Cook I

Carroll Lutheran Village; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Professional development

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, MD is seeking a Full-Time Cook I to join a mission-driven community. The role follows a 10:30am-6:30pm shift with varying weekdays and weekend rotation, contributing to meals for residents and guests in a not-for-profit setting.

The Cook I prepares meals per recipes and dietary needs, ensures food safety and cleanliness, and supports daily kitchen operations while collaborating with staff to deliver quality dining experiences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of work-related experience preferred.
• ServSafe Food Handler certification to be completed within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and dietary requirements.
• Operate kitchen equipment and prepare ingredients.
• Maintain production records and assist with inventory.
• Ensure cleanliness and food safety compliance.
• Collaborate with staff to provide quality dining for residents and guests.

Skills

Discretion

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Food safety

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: CARROLL LUTHERAN VILLAGE INC - WESTMINSTER, MD 21158
Salary Range: $17.75 - $20.80 Hourly
Join Our Team at Carroll Lutheran Village! We’re currently seeking a dedicated Full-Time Cook I to become part of our caring and mission-driven community. This position will follow a 10:30am-6:30pm shift with varying weekdays with a weekend rotation.

The Cook I is responsible for preparing and cooking meals in accordance with standardized recipes and dietary requirements while ensuring food safety, cleanliness, and quality standards are consistently met. This role supports daily kitchen operations, collaborates with staff, and contributes to a positive dining experience for residents and guests.

At Carroll Lutheran Village, we’re more than just a workplace, we’re a not-for-profit organization that puts people first. That means valuing every resident we serve and every team member who supports them. Here, your work is more than a job, it’s a meaningful part of something bigger.

What You’ll Do as a CLV Cook I:

• Prepare and cook food items by following basic recipes and production guidelines, including seasoning, tasting, carving, and serving menu items.
• Operate kitchen equipment and utensils to measure, mix, cut, peel, shred, and trim ingredients, including fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, and fish.
• Estimate food quantities, review menus, maintain production records, and requisition necessary supplies to meet daily food service needs.
• Accommodate special dietary requirements and prepare meals to order, following verbal or written instructions as needed.
• Receive and manage inventory, lifting and moving food supplies as required.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of workstations and equipment in compliance with regulatory and food safety standards.
• Maintain all required documentation, including temperature logs, production records, and cleaning checklists.
• Attend and participate in training, including ServSafe Food Handler certification (to be completed within 90 days of hire), and ongoing education opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with interdepartmental staff to ensure consistent, high-quality food service.
• Contribute to a positive, warm, and respectful environment for residents and team members.
• Serve on internal or external committees as assigned and follow all dietary procedures per facility policy.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

All the great incentives you get as a CLV Team Member!

• Competitive wages
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Generous contributions to a 403(b)-retirement plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid professional development
• Scholarship opportunities

Qualifications

Education | Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of work-related experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively and tactfully with individuals at all levels, including residents, staff, families, external vendors/authorities, and the public.
• Strong attention to detail in writing, proofreading, managing priorities, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, demonstrating a cooperative, respectful, and compassionate approach to colleagues and resident care.
• Skilled in the use of standard office equipment and technology.
• Maintains professionalism, composure, and a positive attitude when managing challenging situations.
• Physically able to move throughout the workday and lift items up to 50 pounds using safe handling practices.
• May be necessary to assist with resident evacuation during emergency situations.
• Complies with organizational health and safety requirements, including vaccination policies or valid exemptions.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

At Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland (LSMMD), we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual is respected, supported, and valued. We believe our organization's strength comes from the unique perspectives each team member brings.

LSMMD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our hiring practices reflect our core values of respect, compassionate service, trust, integrity, community, and innovation. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively promote a culture of inclusion and equity in all aspects of our organization.