Top 63 Cook/chef Jobs in Suffolk, Va

Line Cook
Harbor's Edge Continuing Care Retirement Community —Norfolk, VA
- $17 - $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid training
- AD&D insurance
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JOB FAIR-HAMPTON
Thompson Hospitality Corporation —Hampton, VA
- From $16 an hour
- Part-time
- In person
- Customer service
- University
- School
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Hourly Sous Chef - ODU - Old Dominion Univ. (ODU)
Aramark —Norfolk, VA
- $25 an hour
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Cook
Sentara Hospitals —Norfolk, VA
- 8 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- 1 year
- 403(b) matching
- Paid parental leave
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PREP COOK (FULL TIME)
FISD —Suffolk, VA
- $17 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Serving
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Grill Cook
EveryAge —Suffolk, VA
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Hospital experience
- Food Handler Certification
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
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Line Cook / Kitchen
Applebee's —Suffolk, VA
- 18 years or older
- US work authorization
- Fair chance
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Line Chef
River Stone Chophouse Ops LLC —Suffolk, VA
- Entry level
- Kitchen
SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)
Eurest —Suffolk, VA
- $18.50 - $22.00 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Restaurant
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Executive Chef
Cedar Point Club —Suffolk, VA
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- ServSafe
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
SUFFOLK Line Cook
New Realm Brewing Company —Suffolk, VA
- English
- Restaurant
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
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Cook - Norfolk State University
Thompson Hospitality Corporation —Norfolk, VA
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- University
- Cleaning
Cook
HHS Culinary and Nutrition Solutions, LLC (USA) —Franklin, VA
- $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Hospital
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Prep Chef
Decoys Seafood Ops LLC —Suffolk, VA
- Guest services
- Restaurant
- Entry level
Line Cook | Part-Time | Norfolk Scope Arena
Oak View Group —Norfolk, VA
- $16 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- Food Handler Certification
- Entry level
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
Cook 1 (Lead Cook) - Banquets, Hilton Norfolk The Main
Professional Hospitality Resources, Inc. and Ocean Beach Club LLC —Norfolk, VA
- Full-time
- Management
- Basic math
- English
Line Chef
Vintage Tavern Ops LLC —Suffolk, VA
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
Line Cook
American Cruise Lines —Norfolk, VA
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Suffolk Dishwasher
New Realm Brewing Company —Suffolk, VA
- Cooking
- No experience needed
- English
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Line Chef
Decoys Seafood Ops LLC —Suffolk, VA
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen

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Line Cook

Harbor's Edge Continuing Care Retirement Community -
Norfolk, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$17 - $22 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)

Qualifications

Food and beverage product quality management
Kitchen health and safety standards
Recipe adherence
Food preparation for special diets
Food service health code compliance
Safety regulations
Maintaining patient confidentiality
Food portioning
Client rights in caregiving
Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise
High school diploma or GED
Experience working with individuals with specific dietary needs
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Plating
Food preparation equipment operation
Addressing dietary restrictions in food service
Communication with kitchen staff

Full Job Description

Description:

Harbor’s Edge is a premier 5-star Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located on the Elizabeth River in Norfolk, Virginia. Our community offers a full continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Nursing services.

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2025 Best Senior Living Community, Harbor’s Edge has earned top honors for Activities & Enrichment, Feels Like Home, and Food & Dining, reflecting our commitment to exceptional resident experiences and quality care.

We are seeking full-time Line Cooks to join our five-star dining team. The ideal candidate will have experience in senior living environments such as long-term care, assisted living, or memory support, along with a passion for serving older adults.

Responsibilities include preparing meals according to approved menus and standardized recipes while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local food safety and sanitation regulations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare and cook meals for residents in a CCRC environment, ensuring consistency across independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care diets.
Follow therapeutic and modified diet orders (e.g., low sodium, diabetic, texture-modified) as directed by culinary and care teams.
Work closely with chefs, dietitians, and nursing staff to ensure resident dietary needs and preferences are met.
Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards in accordance with healthcare regulations.
Ensure proper labeling, dating, storage, and rotation of food items (FIFO method).
Monitor food quality during preparation and service, making adjustments as needed to maintain standards.
Assist with inventory control, prep work, and stocking of stations to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
Respond professionally to special resident requests and accommodate dietary restrictions as needed.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout all shifts, including end-of-shift cleaning and sanitation.
Support banquet, special event, and catered functions within the community as needed.
Communicate effectively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth service and timely meal delivery.
Adhere to all workplace safety procedures, including proper use of kitchen equipment and PPE.
Participate in ongoing culinary training and maintain knowledge of senior living dining trends and standards.

Requirements:

REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or GED required; culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience in a CCRC or senior living environment preferred, including long-term care, assisted living, or memory support.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in healthcare, long-term care, or high-volume food service.
Food Handler’s Certification required; ServSafe preferred or ability to obtain.
Strong knowledge of therapeutic diets, texture-modified meals, nutrition standards, and institutional food service practices.
Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards in healthcare settings.
Ability to prepare, plate, and serve meals with accuracy, quality, portion control, and attention to detail.
Experience with large-scale meal production across multiple levels of care (IL, AL, skilled nursing, memory care).
Ability to follow recipes and dietary instructions accurately while adapting to special requests and menu changes.
Strong teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills with culinary and clinical staff.
Commitment to resident rights, confidentiality, and service excellence.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs and safely operate standard kitchen equipment.

Comprehensive Benefit Package includes:

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off + Six Paid Holidays
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/ Employer Contribution
Employer Paid - Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
Employer Paid - Short-term and Long-term Insurance
College Tuition Reimbursement
Employer Paid - Certification Training
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Legal Resources & Identity Protection Plan
Benefit offerings vary according to employment status.

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