Culinary Lead - Kitchen Operations & Team Leader

SeniorAge; Missouri; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

SeniorAge in Missouri seeks a Culinary Lead to plan, prepare, and serve meals in a center setting. You will supervise food service staff and volunteers, cross-train team members, and collaborate with kitchen staff and the Center Lead to maintain a positive, mission-aligned workplace.

This safety-sensitive role requires two years of cooking experience, supervisor experience preferred, and necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• GED or High School diploma required.
• Two years experience cooking in a restaurant, school or large group.
• Food Service Supervisory experience preferred.
• Work experience may be substituted for education.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
• Food handlers certificate required; must be obtained within first 90 days of employment.
• ServSafe certificate required in applicable counties; must be obtained within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, preparation and service of meals.
• Supervise all food service assistants, paid and volunteer.
• Cross-train employees in all kitchen positions.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff and Center Lead to maintain a positive work environment.

Job description

SeniorAge in Missouri seeks a Culinary Lead to plan, prepare, and serve meals in a center setting. You will supervise food service staff and volunteers, cross-train team members, and collaborate with kitchen staff and the Center Lead to maintain a positive, mission-aligned workplace.

This safety-sensitive role requires two years of cooking experience, supervisor experience preferred, and necessary certifications.