Food Service Director

OnShift, Inc.; Hillsboro (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Trustwell Living at Bell Gardens Place in Hillsboro, Ohio seeks a Lead Cook to oversee daily kitchen operations, mentor the culinary team, and ensure exceptional dining experiences for residents and guests. In this hands-on role you will support menu execution, manage food preparation for large groups, collaborate with front-of-house, and drive continuous improvement in taste, presentation, and safety.

You’ll monitor inventory, assist with menu planning, adapt to dietary needs, and ensure

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of culinary supervision or lead cook experience.
• Experience with meal preparation for large groups.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and work in a team.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a team-first mindset.
• Passion for food, service, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day back-of-house operations to ensure quality and safety.
• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff to deliver high-quality meals
• Assist with menu planning, food prep, and special events
• Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost control within budget
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen meeting health codes
• Collaborate with front-of-house and leadership to ensure a seamless dining experience
• Support recipe innovation and resident satisfaction

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Food Safety

Job description

Are you a culinary leader with a love for great food and a talent for guiding others? We’re looking for a Lead Cook to join our kitchen team and bring both excellence and heart to every dish served. In this hand-on role, you’ll oversee daily kitchen operations, support menu execution, and mentor our culinary team, all while creating memorable dining experiences for our residents and guests.

What You’ll Do:

• Supervise day-to-day back-of-house operations to ensure food quality, safety, and presentation standards
• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff to consistently deliver high-quality meals
• Assist with menu planning, food prep, and special events
• Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost control in alignment with budget goals
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment that meets all health codes
• Collaborate with front-of-house and leadership teams to ensure a seamless dining experience
• Support innovation in recipes, presentation, and resident satisfaction

What We’re Looking For:

• 2–4 years of culinary experience in a supervisory or lead cook role (senior living, healthcare, hospitality a plus)
• Experience and/or knowledge of meal preparation for large groups.
• Ability to read and understand recipes, work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at one time and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a team‑first mindset
• Passion for food, service, and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

• competitive compensation
• comprehensive benefits
• opportunities for professional development

By joining our team, you’ll become part of a community that values care and compassion toward its senior residents. We strive to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates differences and empowers all individuals with opportunities to channel their entrepreneurial spirit. Trustwell is an EEO employer.

Related titles: Food Services Director, Kitchen Manager, Lead Cook, Chef Supervisor

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