Dining Cook

Job description

## **Dining Cook (Full-Time, Evening Shift)** ### **The Village at Rockville | Where Great Food Creates Great Experiences** **Pay Range:** $20.00 - $22.25/hour *Final offer based on experience, skills, and qualifications.* At **The Village at Rockville**, we believe that every meal is an opportunity to bring comfort, connection, and joy to our residents. We're looking for a passionate and talented **Dining Cook** to join our culinary team and help create exceptional dining experiences every day. If you take pride in preparing delicious, high-quality meals and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact while growing your culinary career. ### **Why Join The Village at Rockville?** At The Village at Rockville, you're more than a cook, you're an important part of a team dedicated to enhancing the lives of those we serve. Here, your creativity, culinary expertise, and commitment to excellence are valued and appreciated. **What You'll Enjoy:** - Meaningful work that positively impacts residents every day - A welcoming, team-oriented culture that values collaboration and respect - Opportunities to develop your culinary skills and advance your career - A supportive environment where your contributions are recognized and celebrated - The satisfaction of creating meals that residents look forward to and enjoy ### **What You'll Do** As a Dining Cook, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional meals while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and presentation. Responsibilities include: - Preparing hot entrées, soups, vegetables, and side dishes for multiple dining venues - Following recipes and production sheets to ensure consistency and excellence - Applying best practices in food preparation, handling, sanitation, and safety - Conducting food quality checks, temperature monitoring, and taste testing for every meal - Completing advance food preparation and maintaining accurate production records - Properly storing ingredients and prepared foods according to safety guidelines - Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment - Following safe work practices, including lifting, bending, and equipment operation procedures - Supporting emergency preparedness and safety initiatives as needed - Collaborating with team members and other departments to create a positive dining experience - Assisting with additional duties that support departmental success ### **What We're Looking For** We're seeking someone who combines culinary talent with a genuine passion for serving others. - Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-focused environment - Previous cooking experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or a related setting - Strong attention to detail and commitment to food quality - Excellent communication and teamwork skills - Dependable, positive, and customer-service oriented attitude - Creativity and enthusiasm for preparing memorable meals - Ability to speak and read in English Culture defines who we are. At NLCS, we cultivate a culture of transparency, inclusion, and empowerment—where everyone is valued, respected, and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work. We also invest in your well-being with exceptional BENEFITS and PERKS, including: - Earn up to 5 weeks of PTO in your first year! - 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching - Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans - Employer-paid life and disability insurance - Pet insurance to keep your furry friends happy - Team member recognition programs and discounted meals - Up to $4,000 annual tuition reimbursement to support your continued education ### **Bring Your Passion to the Table** If you're ready to turn your culinary skills into a rewarding career and help create memorable dining experiences for a community that truly values your work, we'd love to hear from you. Join **The Village at Rockville** and discover the difference you can make one meal at a time. **Apply today and become part of a team that serves with excellence, compassion, and purpose.** #TVAR123