Lead Cook Supervisor

Celebrated as the #3 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2025 by The Washington Post since 2019 , Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 70 countries.

Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today . Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice.
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential.
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued.

About the Position

Position is primarily responsible for supervision of kitchen operation and for preparing, supplying, and storing food items in accordance with standardized recipes, departmental procedures, sanitary, and safety guidelines.

This position is paid $25.00/hr

Job Duties

• Prepares/cooks food items according to standardized recipes and daily production schedules for bulk and individual service, placing in appropriate serving containers.
• Performs tasting measures in accordance with departmental and health regulations to ensure appropriate preparation and temperature, freshness and tastefulness of all menu items.
  • Follows established procedures for handling leftover foods and ensures supplies are clearly labeled and dated prior to storage. Consults with Executive Chef to ensure leftovers are used appropriately or discarded with approval.
• Follows established procedures for handling/storage leftover foods and ensures supplies are clearly labeled and dated prior to storage.
• Safely operates all kitchen equipment and cutlery in the preparation of food, ensures equipment and utensils are cleaned according to sanitary guidelines, and monitors proper functioning of equipment.
• In the absence of the Chef, the Cook Supervisor is the Leader of the Production and Utility Staff and ensures that proper preparation and cleanliness of the kitchen takes place.
  • Monitors safety and sanitation of all kitchen areas and equipment.
  • Consistently practices safe food handling in accordance with established health guidelines and ensures sanitary measures are followed.
• Monitors and directs departmental activities including but not limited to meal service, food production, catering activities, tray service and merchandising. In the absence of the Executive Chef is responsible to ensure the efficient operation of kitchen operations.
  • Support/direct catering functions as necessary.
• Interviews candidates for employment and makes hiring and termination decisions after consultation with Human Resources and DS Director.
• Identifies unacceptable performance and behavior, takes appropriate action within authority, holds employees accountable, utilizes progressive disciplinary procedures when appropriate, and maintains documentation.

Job Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent required.

• Three years food service experience preferred; minimum of one year required.

• At least three yeas supervisory experience preferred.

• Holds current Serv Safe Food Service Sanitation Certificate.

• Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with staff, residents, and others.

• Good communication skills required.

• Must use discretion and independent judgment when performing job duties.

A sampling of our many benefits!

We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:

• Paid Time Off
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• Retirement Plan- 401(k)
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has inspired our team members to vote us into the Washington Post Top Workplace rankings since 2019, and they made us #2 in 2024!

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.