We use essential cookies

Please Accept our Privacy Policy

Assistant Cook

People Inc

Abingdon, VA 24210 • $12.77 to $13.77 / hr • 9/8/2026

General , Restaurant / Foodservice

Job Description

Job Description
People Incorporated of Virginia is looking for an experienced Assistant Cook to join our energetic team. We are now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Cook for the Abingdon Early Head Start and Head Start Center. The Assistant Cook supports the preparation, serving and clean-up of daily meals in accordance with federal, state and local food safety regulations. This role helps ensure nutritious, appealing and timely meals are provided to students and staff, contributing to a positive school dining experience. The successful candidate will assist in preparing and cooking meals following established menus and USDA guidelines. ServSafe certification required within 6 months of hire required. One year of experience in safe handling and preparation of food and sanitization maintenance of a kitchen required.

We believe in changing our communities for the betterand together, we can make a difference. Your work at People Incorporated will contribute to our vision of building futures and realizing dreams for clients and their families. You might be a good fit to work with us if:

  • Making a difference in your career is important to you.
  • You want to work alongside other caring professionals who are dedicated to improving their communities.
  • You prefer a casual work environment.
  • You want to work for an organization that provides you with strong benefits and ample vacation time.

Benefits include a 403(b) retirement plan; medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability; accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans. Employees also receive 15 paid holidays and a very generous paid time off program.

People Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and a smoke/drug free workplace. Auxiliary Aids and Services are Available Upon Request to Individuals with Disabilities. For access to Virginia Relay (Telecommunications Relay Service) dial "711" or toll free (TTY) or .

Position is open until filled.


Monday through Friday; 7 am to 3:30 pm
40 hours/weekly