Cook

Colonial Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trauma-informed environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous leave time

401(k) with employer match

Training and certification opportunit­

Job summary

Home of the Innocents in Louisville, KY is seeking a reliable Cook to join our team. You will follow recipes, prepare and serve meals, and help maintain high standards of food safety and quality for residents and staff.

The successful candidate will have strong teamwork, basic math skills, and the ability to adapt to the needs of residents, families, and visitors. A high school diploma is preferred, and Serv-Safe certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication).
• Ability to adapt to residents, staff, and visitors.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Serv-Safe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow recipes, prepare and serve food as directed by kitchen staff.
• Ensure quality food service by adhering to policies and procedures.
• Prep and cook meal items as directed by Kitchen Manager or Director of Food Services.
• Complete necessary paperwork, data collection, and temperature logs daily.
• Maintain cleanliness in work areas and proper storage of equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Follow all food safety procedures, including proper handwashing and sanitation.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Basic math

Adaptability

Serv-Safe certification (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

We're looking for a reliable, motivated Cook to join our team at Home of the Innocents. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and a commitment to preparing high-quality meals. If you enjoy working as part of a team, take pride in preparing excellent meals, and have a heart for serving others, we encourage you to apply.

A Day in the Life

As a Cook you will follow recipes, prepare and serve food and ensure that quality food service is always maintained by following established policies and procedures.

Shifts Available

• Full time; hours will vary by department needs
• Rotating weekend shifts will be required

How This Position Contributes to our Mission

• Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Prep and cook meal items as directed by the Kitchen Manager or Director of Food Services.
• Complete necessary paperwork, forms, data collection, and temperature logs daily.
• Maintain cleanliness in work areas by adhering to established cleaning schedules, ensuring equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored and in good working order.
• Follow all food safety procedures, including proper handwashing, safe food handling, and proper sanitation.
• Assist with departmental projects as assigned or required.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English.
• Must have basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication).
• Must have the ability to adapt to the needs of the residents, staff, and visitors.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Serv-Safe certification is preferred.

What You'll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents

• A trauma-informed environment
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous leave time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Training and certification opportunities

Who We Are

Home of the Innocents is one of Louisville's longest-serving non-profit organizations, approaching 150 years of service to children and families. Our mission is simple and clear: to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness.

We are a trauma-informed organization, prioritizing safety, recovery, and strong relationships in everything we do. Our leadership is committed to building a workforce grounded in compassion, excellence, empowerment, and wellness.

We are an organization growing to meet the needs of children and young adults in our community—expanding our programs and investing in our campus, including the addition of a new wing at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center that will double our capacity to serve medically complex individuals.

Our Impact

• 3,976 children and families served in 2025
• 22-acre campus located near downtown Louisville
• Second largest Residential Treatment Program in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter for children in the city
• 10 programs supporting children and families across a range of needs, including:
  • Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs
  • Emergency shelter for children in crisis
  • Foster care and adoption support
  • Community-based behavioral health services
  • Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Kentucky's only pediatric skilled nursing facility providing residential and respite care for children and young adults with complex medical needs.