Prep Cook

Description

Harbor’s Edge is a premier 5-star, resort-style Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located alongside the beautiful harbor in Norfolk, Virginia. Our community consists of 300 Independent Living Residential Units, a 33-bed (Medicare/private) Skilled Nursing Healthcare Unit, a 40-bed Assisted Living Unit, and 34-bed Memory Support Unit.

Harbor’s Edge has been honored by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Senior Living Program as a 2025 “Best” in multiple categories, including Independent Living – Activities & Enrichment, Feels Like Home, and Food & Dining. Additionally, our Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) has been recognized as a “Best” senior living community.

We are seeking a highly qualified, Prep Cook to join our team to assist in delivering excellent care for our residents. The ideal candidates will have senior living experience (e.g., long-term care, assisted living, memory support) with a passion for working with an elderly population.

The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing food according to menus and recipes approved by the Executive Chef, Assistant Executive Chef, Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chefs in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.   

 Schedule: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM; must be available to work varying days, including weekends and holidays as needed. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. 
• Prepare food following planned menus and standardized recipes and in compliance with all applicable food preparation regulations and guidelines.   
• Maintain high standards of quality food production, nutrition, and portion control  
• Prepare enough food to meet requirements, ensure served at proper temperature, and maintain an attractive appearance and appealing taste
• Maintain proper sanitation and safety in food preparation areas
• Assist in cleaning of cooking area and other kitchen equipment and facilities.
• Consult with Chef de Cuisine and /or Sous Chefs on issues of menu planning, care planning, food preparation, therapeutic diets, etc.
• Attend in-service classes and staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned  

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required 
• Prior work experience in qualifying food establishment
• Current Food Handler’s Certification required
• At least 1 Year of Experience in the long-term care industry or related high-volume, high-end food service environment. 
• Knowledge of the principles of high-end institutional food service, including food planning, preparation, cooking, and storage; dietetics; sanitation
• Ability to read and write, follow written and oral instructions, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work with the elderly population in a courteous and friendly manner, demonstrating patience and compassion.
• Ability to always perform duties with consideration for resident’s rights, demonstrate integrity and discretion in the care of residents and in handling their health information.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted.
• Must be customer service oriented.
• Must have Strong interpersonal skills.

Comprehensive Benefit Package Includes:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off + Six Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer Paid - Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employer Paid - Short-term and Long-term Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Contribution
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid - Certification Training
• Legal Resources & Identity Protection Plan

*Benefit offerings vary according to employment status.

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