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The Rose Gaming Resort

Prep Cook

Dumfries, VA

$16/hr

JOB SUMMARY The Prep Cook is responsible for supporting the food and beverage department by ... This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will ...

Churchill Downs Incorporated

Prep Cook

Dumfries, VA

$16/hr

JOB SUMMARY The Prep Cook is responsible for supporting the food and beverage department by ... This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will ...

Churchill Downs Incorporated

Prep Cook

Dumfries, VA · On-site

$16/hr

JOB SUMMARY The Prep Cook is responsible for supporting the food and beverage department by ... This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will ...

Churchill Downs Incorporated

Prep Cook

Dumfries, VA · On-site

$16/hr

JOB SUMMARY The Prep Cook is responsible for supporting the food and beverage department by ... This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will ...

Compass Group

COOK

Washington, DC · On-site

$23/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. * Location : Sidley - 1501 K Street ... Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable ...

Eckerd Connects

Cook I

Washington, DC · On-site

$20.40/hr

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer Service Contract Act (SCA) Position Hourly Rate: $20.40 Full-Time and On-Call Positions Available Duties and Responsibilities * Cook I is ...

Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME)

Washington, DC · On-site

$23/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. * Location : Sidley - 1501 K Street ... Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable ...

Seasons

COOK (FULL TIME)

Washington, DC · On-site

$23/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. * Location : Sidley - 1501 K Street ... Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable ...

Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME)

Washington, DC

$23/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time COOK position. * Location : Sidley - 1501 K Street ... Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable ...

Sodexo

SCA Senior Cook (Conformance)

Quantico, VA · On-site

$20 - $24.97/hr

Supervise Service Contract Act (SCA) Cook IIs and possibly other lower-level positions. * Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity * Other duties may be ...

Sodexo

SCA Senior Cook (Conformance)

Quantico, VA

$20 - $24.97/hr

Supervise Service Contract Act (SCA) Cook IIs and possibly other lower-level positions. * Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity * Other duties may be ...

Sodexo

SCA Senior Cook (Conformance)

Quantico, VA

$20 - $24.97/hr

Supervise Service Contract Act (SCA) Cook IIs and possibly other lower-level positions. * Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity * Other duties may be ...

Compass Group

COOK

Washington, DC · On-site

$23/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. * Location : AARP Foundation - 601 East ... Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable ...

Seasons

COOK (FULL TIME)

Washington, DC · On-site

$23/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. * Location : AARP Foundation - 601 East ... Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable ...

Compass Group

COOK (FULL TIME)

Washington, DC

$23/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions. * Location : AARP Foundation - 601 East ... Seasons Culinary is a high end contract food service organization that operates a number of notable ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract cook in Washington is $18.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does working as a contract cook differ from a permanent kitchen position in terms of daily responsibilities and work environment?

As a contract cook, you'll often work in a variety of kitchens and settings, from corporate cafeterias to catering events, which means your daily responsibilities can change frequently. Unlike permanent roles, you may need to quickly adapt to different menus, kitchen teams, and management styles, making flexibility and strong communication skills essential. The work environment is typically fast-paced and can sometimes involve unfamiliar equipment or workflows. This variety can be rewarding and offers opportunities to expand your culinary skills, but it may also require extra effort to adjust rapidly and establish rapport with new colleagues.

What is a contract cook?

Contract cooks are culinary professionals hired on a temporary or project basis to prepare meals in various settings, such as corporate cafeterias, schools, hospitals, or private events. Unlike full-time staff, contract cooks work for a specific duration or for the length of a particular contract, often through staffing agencies or catering companies. Their responsibilities include menu planning, food preparation, cooking, and maintaining kitchen safety and sanitation standards. Contract cooks provide flexibility for employers who need additional staff during busy periods or special events. This role is ideal for experienced cooks seeking variety in their work environments.

What is the difference between Contract Cook vs Full-Time Cook?

AspectContract CookFull-Time Cook
CredentialsFood Handler’s Permit, Culinary Certification (if required)Food Handler’s Permit, Culinary Certification (if required)
Work EnvironmentTemporary assignments, varied locationsPermanent employment, consistent location
Employment TypeShort-term, project-basedLong-term, salaried or hourly
Industry UsageEvent catering, hospitality, temporary kitchensRestaurants, hotels, institutional kitchens

Contract Cooks typically work on short-term assignments in various locations, often for events or temporary projects, and usually hold similar certifications as full-time cooks. Full-Time Cooks are employed permanently in a single establishment, providing consistent service. Both roles require culinary skills and certifications, but differ mainly in employment duration and work setting.

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Infographic showing various Contract Cook job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $37,761 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Prep Cook

The Rose Gaming Resort

Dumfries, VA

$16/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

The Rose Gaming Resort is a $480 million gaming and entertainment complex destination, located alongside I-95 in Dumfries, Virginia. Along with exciting gaming action, The Rose Gaming Resort provides a luxury hotel, eight bars and restaurants, a space for meetings and events, 50,000+ square foot gaming space and over 1,650 Historical Horse Racing machines, and over 80 acres of green space. The Rose Gaming Resort generates an estimated $35.5 million in annual tax revenues and employs more than 500 team members.

JOB SUMMARY

The Prep Cook is responsible for supporting the food and beverage department by preparing food prior to the cooking stage. Duties include cutting vegetables and fruit, rotating items on the buffet lines, provides internal guest service by effectively communicating with co-workers and assists with separating deliveries and storing items in proper storage areas. Performs additional job duties as assigned by Sous Chef.

Compensation:  $16.00 per hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Keeping the kitchen clean and orderly
  • Ensuring all ingredients are in stock for the Chef to complete their menu.
  • Washing cutlery and dishes
  • Parboiling foods, allowing the Chef to prepare the menu more efficiently.
  • Seasoning and preparing the necessary ingredients for cooking.
  • Preparing some dishes such as salads or other less complex menu items
  • Setting out all the Chef’s ingredients before each shift and refill as necessary
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

In addition to the other duties described herein, each Team Member has the following responsibilities related to compliance with laws and regulations.

  • Attend required training sessions offered by the Company.
  • Obtain and retain required license(s).
  • Perform the duties described in compliance with local laws and regulations.
  • Take the necessary steps to ensure minors are not allowed to gamble or loiter in gambling areas, drink alcoholic beverages, or purchase tobacco.
  • Have knowledge of the ordinances, regulations, laws, policies, and procedures relating to the Team Member’s department.
  • Have knowledge of the Property’s programs to address problem gaming.
  • Report any acts of wrongdoing of which the Team Member may have knowledge.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Must possess basic culinary knowledge with the ability to follow directions and the desire to advance into a skilled cooking position.
  • Must be able to stand for longer than 8 hours
  • The ability to lift up to 50 pounds

 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Virginia Racing Commission License

     Valid Driver’s License with a minimum of three (3) years driving experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.  The employee may also be required to lift, push, and pull up to 50lbs.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is subjected to circulate throughout the assigned areas, including the smoking area, actively observing players and functioning of machines.

A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of this job which are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties or requirements are essential job functions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be expected to follow any other job-related instruction and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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