Head Cook

Care Connection for Aging Services; Marshall (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Connection for Aging Services in Marshall, MO seeks a dedicated Head Cook to coordinate all kitchen operations. You will oversee staffing, ordering, inventory, food preparation, and service, ensuring quality meals and efficient kitchen management.

The role requires leadership, reliability, and the ability to lift 25 pounds. Strong communication skills and adherence to safety regulations are essential as you manage a busy kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience as Head Cook or Chef preferred.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, procedures, and food safety standards.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly and occasionally heavier items.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all kitchen operations including staffing, purchasing, storage, preparation, and food service.
• Collaborate with management to hire, train, and manage kitchen support staff.
• Purchase or requisition food items, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Participate in menu planning to ensure variety and quality.
• Oversee food production and portioning to maintain quality and control costs.
• Supervise production of special diet items to meet dietary requirements.
• Ensure all kitchen operations comply with sanitation and safety regulations and health codes.
• Perform moderately heavy physical labor, including extensive walking and lifting up to 25 pounds or more occasionally.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Food safety standards

Math and computer basics

Communication skills

Staffing management

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Head Cook to coordinate all aspects of kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will oversee staffing, purchasing, storage, food preparation, and service to ensure high-quality meals and efficient kitchen management.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all kitchen operations including staffing, purchasing, storage, preparation, and food service.
• Collaborate with management to hire, train, and manage kitchen support staff.
• Purchase or requisition food items, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Participate in the menu planning process to ensure variety and quality.
• Oversee food production and portioning to maintain quality standards and control food costs.
• Supervise the production of special diet items to meet specific dietary requirements.
• Ensure all kitchen operations comply with federal, state, and local sanitation and safety regulations and health codes.
• Perform moderately heavy physical labor, including extensive walking and lifting up to 25 pounds or more occasionally.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience as a Head Cook or Chef preferred.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, procedures, and food safety standards.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds regularly and occasionally heavier items.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Moderately heavy physical labor required.
• Extensive walking throughout the work shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and occasionally heavier loads.