Cook I

Carroll Lutheran Village - a Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland Community; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid professional development

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Carroll Lutheran Village in Westminster, MD is seeking a Full-Time Prep Cook (Cook I) to join our Culinary team. You will prepare and cook meals for residents and guests, following standardized recipes and safety guidelines, while working with a collaborative team to create a welcoming dining experience.

This role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with shifts from 6:00am to 2:00pm or 7:00am to 3:00pm and one weekday off, every other weekend required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of work-related experience preferred.
• Demonstrated discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items by following basic recipes and production guidelines, including seasoning, tasting, carving, and serving menu items.
• Operate kitchen equipment to measure, mix, cut, peel, shred, and trim ingredients.
• Estimate food quantities, review menus, maintain production records, and requisition supplies.
• Accommodate special dietary requirements and prepare meals to order per instructions.
• Receive and manage inventory, lift and move food supplies as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of workstations and equipment per Food Safety standards.

Skills

2 years experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Team at Carroll Lutheran Village!

We’re looking for a dedicated Full-Time Prep Cook (Cook I) to join our Culinary team at Carroll Lutheran Village! If you enjoy working with food, being part of a supportive team, and making a difference in the lives of others, we’d love to hear from you.

Schedule: This full-time position works a combination of 6:00am to 2:00pm and 7:00am to 3:00pm shifts, Monday through Friday with one weekday off and every other weekend required.

As a Cook I, you’ll help prepare and cook delicious, high-quality meals for our residents and guests while following standardized recipes, dietary requirements, and food safety guidelines. You’ll work alongside a collaborative Culinary team to help create a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience.

At Carroll Lutheran Village, we’re more than just a workplace. We’re a not-for-profit, mission-driven organization that puts people first. We value the residents we serve and the team members who make that service possible. Here, your work is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to be part of something meaningful.

Come see the difference!

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!

A Strong Total Compensation Package Including

• 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

An even stronger culture of caring, collaboration and support!

Qualifications

What You’ll Need as a Cook I:

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.

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