Cook

Brandermill Woods•Midlothian, VA

About The Position

Cook (Full-Time) – Brandermill Woods Retirement Community Brandermill Woods is seeking an experienced and dependable Cook to join our dining team! This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen and takes pride in preparing quality meals from scratch. Our cooks play an important role in creating a positive dining experience for our residents, where meals are not just food, but an important part of their day. Why Join Brandermill Woods? Working in a senior living community offers a unique and rewarding experience where you’ll build meaningful connections with residents, enjoy a more structured environment than traditional restaurants, and be part of a supportive, team-focused culture. We also offer a full-time schedule and a comprehensive benefits package. What You’ll Do: Prepare and cook meals from scratch following standardized recipes, production sheets, and dietary guidelines Execute high-quality food preparation while managing high-volume meal service Ensure proper portioning, presentation, and food safety at all times Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Work collaboratively with the dining team to ensure timely and smooth service Adapt quickly and multitask in a fast-paced environment What We’re Looking For: Required: Experience in a high-volume restaurant or food service setting Required: Strong scratch cooking skills (not just reheating/prepared foods) Ability to multitask, stay organized, and perform under pressure Proven reliability and strong work ethic, someone who shows up ready to contribute Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation standards Ability to follow recipes, production sheets, and directions accurately Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude Schedule: Full-time position Must be available to work some weekends and holidays INDBWNM Cook Job Opportunity & BenefitsBrandermill Woods is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all and fosters a culture of inclusion & diversity. We invest in our team members with a comprehensive and competitive benefit offering that includes: Paid time off, holiday and bereavement leave Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance, with telemedicine Flexible spending accounts 403b retirement plan, with company match Company paid & voluntary life insurance Short-term disability, AD&D and critical illness insurance Employee referral program Employee appreciation perks and recognition rewards

Requirements

Experience in a high-volume restaurant or food service setting
Strong scratch cooking skills (not just reheating/prepared foods)
Ability to multitask, stay organized, and perform under pressure
Proven reliability and strong work ethic, someone who shows up ready to contribute
Solid understanding of food safety and sanitation standards
Ability to follow recipes, production sheets, and directions accurately
Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
Must be available to work some weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook meals from scratch following standardized recipes, production sheets, and dietary guidelines
Execute high-quality food preparation while managing high-volume meal service
Ensure proper portioning, presentation, and food safety at all times
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
Work collaboratively with the dining team to ensure timely and smooth service
Adapt quickly and multitask in a fast-paced environment