Lead Cook
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026.
Overview
Lead Cook | Join the Culinary Team at Willow Valley Communities!
Love creating exceptional food and leading a team? Join us at Willow Valley Communities!
We are seeking a Lead Cook who is passionate about cooking, enjoys working with others, and is dedicated to creating outstanding dining experiences for our Residents. If you take pride in quality, leadership, and culinary excellence, we'd love to meet you!
Why You'll Love Working at Willow Valley Communities
Paid Time Off (PTO) Weekly Pay Great 401(k) Package Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Opportunities Career Growth & Development Opportunities Access to On-Site Amenities Including Fitness Center, Spa, Cafés, and Swimming Pools And Even More Team Member Perks!
Compensation
Starting at $19.50 per hour, with higher pay available based on experience.
What You'll Do
As a Lead Cook, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality meals while helping guide and support kitchen operations. Responsibilities include:
- Preparing and cooking meals according to standardized recipes
- Taste testing food and monitoring temperatures to ensure quality and safety
- Creating daily specials and assisting with recipe development
- Participating in production meetings and mandatory in-services
- Training and directing kitchen staff on portion control, recipe adherence, safe food handling, and proper measurement techniques
- Assisting with inventory management and ordering
- Maintaining clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environments
- Ensuring proper kitchen setup and cleanup procedures are followed
- Operating equipment safely and effectively
- Maintaining food production and ordering records within the food management system
- Mentoring, monitoring, and directing kitchen personnel
- Following Willow Valley's HACCP plan and all food safety procedures
- In Supportive Living, plating meals according to Resident Tray Tickets or Resident Select Menus while following diet restrictions, allergies, and preferences
Qualifications
- Associate Degree (A.A.) from a two-year college or university
- OR one to two years of related experience and/or training
- OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must attain ServSafe certification
Position Details
Status: Full-Time
Schedule:
- 5 days per week
- Every other weekend required
- Monday through Saturday: 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
- Sunday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location
Spring Run at Willow Valley Communities 950 Willow Valley Lakes DriveWillow Street, PA 17584
Bring Your Passion for Cooking to Willow Valley Communities!
Join a team that values culinary excellence, teamwork, and exceptional service. Make a meaningful impact on our Residents every day while enjoying outstanding benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a supportive workplace culture. We can't wait to welcome you to our team!
Willow Valley Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.