Arbor Café Hot Cook

Broadmead

Cockeysville, MD
25 days ago

$20–$23 Per Hour

Highlights

In this role, you'll work alongside our Executive Chef to prepare high-quality hot and cold menu offerings for multiple dining venues, including Holly Terrace, Bistro, Health Care neighborhoods, Arbor Café, and Catering Services. We're looking for an innovative Arbor Café Cook to join our culinary team and help create fresh, flavorful dining experiences while supporting environmentally responsible food practices.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Cockeysville, MD
Salary	$20–$23 Per Hour

Description

Broadmead: A Community Where You Belong, Grow, and Flourish

At Broadmead, we are more than a workplace. We are a values-driven community shaped by compassion, rooted in purpose, and guided by Quaker principles. We promote a culture where respect, integrity, and belonging are not aspirations, but the lived experience of everyone who walks through our doors.

We believe that when individuals thrive, communities flourish. That's why we've built an environment where your work doesn't just support a role, it shapes a legacy. Your contributions inspire progress, strengthen bonds, and enrich lives both within and beyond our campus.

What You Can Expect at Broadmead

Opportunities to Grow
Life-long learning never stops at Broadmead. Whether you're building new skills, exploring new paths, or stepping into leadership, we provide the resources, mentorship, and encouragement to help you grow with purpose—and with Broadmead.
A Culture that Welcomes You
Belonging at Broadmead is not just a principle, it's our practice. We value all voices, celebrate individual perspectives, and harness the power of collaboration to build a vibrant, inclusive community.
Work that Feels Like More
Purpose lives at the center of what we do. Here, your efforts are meaningful, your presence matters, and your work leaves a lasting impact on the lives of others.
A Commitment to Your Well-Being
From competitive compensation and wellness initiatives to flexible support systems, Broadmead cares for the people who care for our community. Your well-being fuels our shared success.

At Broadmead, you are not just a team member, you are a partner for a purpose that endures. Together, we're enriching lives, building community, and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to belong, grow, and flourish.

Join us. Grow with us. Flourish with us.

Arbor Café Hot Cook

FT 40hrs/wk

$20/hr-$23/hr

Create Exceptional Food. Reduce Waste. Make a Difference.

Are you a passionate cook who believes great food and sustainability go hand in hand? We're looking for an innovative Arbor Café Cook to join our culinary team and help create fresh, flavorful dining experiences while supporting environmentally responsible food practices.In this role, you'll work alongside our Executive Chef to prepare high-quality hot and cold menu offerings for multiple dining venues, including Holly Terrace, Bistro, Health Care neighborhoods, Arbor Café, and Catering Services. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional who enjoys creativity in the kitchen and understands the value of repurposing ingredients, reducing food waste, and supporting a sustainability-focused dining program.

What You'll Do

Prepare and produce high-quality hot and cold menu items for residents, guests, and catered events.
Follow production sheets, standardized recipes, and portion guidelines to ensure consistency and excellence.
Support sustainability initiatives through food repurposing, waste reduction, composting practices, and environmentally conscious food preparation.
Transform leftover ingredients into creative and delicious menu offerings.
Assist with maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, safety, and sanitation.
Collaborate with the culinary team to execute daily menus efficiently and effectively.
Ensure compliance with all Health Department regulations and food safety standards.
Contribute ideas for sustainable, vegetarian, vegan, and wellness-focused menu options.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of hot cook experience, including at least 1 year in an institutional dining environment or equivalent training.
Strong understanding of food preparation methods, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
Knowledge of Health Department regulations regarding food preparation, storage, cooling, and reheating.
Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
Excellent knife skills and experience working with fresh meats and vegetables.
Ability to accurately assess portions and maintain recipe consistency.
Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes and production schedules.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of sustainable culinary practices, composting, zero-waste initiatives, and food waste reduction.
Experience repurposing ingredients and creating innovative menu items from available products.
Familiarity with vegetarian, vegan, and raw food preparation techniques.
Passion for environmentally responsible dining and culinary innovation.

Certifications

Ability to obtain and successfully complete:
- ServSafe Certification
- Allergen Awareness Certification

Why Join Our Team?

Work in a mission-driven environment where food quality and sustainability matter.
Be part of a collaborative culinary team focused on innovation and resident satisfaction.
Showcase your creativity while helping reduce food waste and support responsible dining practices.
Make a meaningful impact through exceptional hospitality and service.

If you're an experienced cook who is passionate about great food, sustainability, and culinary creativity, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and help us redefine responsible dining, one plate at a time.