Cold Prep Cook

Cold Prep Cook

Can you see yourself working on a beautiful “cruise ship on land - a luxury retirement community”?

At The Chesapeake in Newport News, Virginia, residents receive gracious hospitality and exquisite service from a caring and committed team who know they make a difference in the work they perform. Our mission is to empower individuals with choices in purposeful living built on values of faith, servant leadership, stewardship, integrity, peace of mind, innovation and joy.  

If you are looking to make a difference, we’d love to talk to you!

The Cold Prep prepares to serve all cold foods and deserts, and daily set up of the salad bar. We are seeking a very special candidate for this important role! We offer perks such as free meals, team member appreciation events, flexible scheduling and generous paid time off.  We have a strong 70-year reputation for workplace excellence and our leadership demonstrates team member commitment and appreciation every day!

Benefits:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance


• Tuition and Educational Reimbursement


• Flexible scheduling & generous PTO plan


• Supportive environment to grow your career


• 4.5% dollar for dollar match on our 403B


• First dollar generous contributions to HSA accounts plus a match!


• Amazing residents, team members, and leaders!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation and presentation of all salads, desserts, hot pastries, dinner rolls and cold food items for all residents.


• Responsible for following daily production sheets and using standardized recipes in preparing food. Assist in preparing garnishes for plate presentation.


• Assist on serving line and setting up buffet as needed.


• Responsible for setting up salad and dessert bar.


• Maintains high standards of quality food production and maintains cleanliness of buffet at all times Responsible for routine cleaning of food prep areas and proper sanitation techniques.


• Assist in preparation and set-up of special functions.


• Maintains proper storage and labeling of all food used and utilize leftovers as directed.


• Assist in cleaning of walk-in refrigerator as needed.


• Participate in continuing educational training programs to promote culinary skills in preparing salads, desserts, and cold food items.


• Responsible for setting up and restocking buffet with desserts, salads, and condiments.


• Responsible for attending in-service training


• Proper personal appearance and hygiene according to established procedures.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

We strongly believe in our mission of empowering individuals with choices in purposeful living.  Together we can make a difference for residents and their families.  We look forward to welcoming YOU to our winning team!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.