Kitchen Manager in Training - Hands-on Cook

ISH Dining Services; Christiana (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Advancement opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

ISH Dining Services seeks a motivated Manager-in-Training/Cook for a long-term care facility. You will develop leadership skills while actively participating in daily kitchen operations, supervising dietary tasks, and ensuring nutritious meals for residents.

The role combines hands-on cooking with management training, including scheduling, staff coordination, and food safety compliance. Training and advancement opportunities are available within the dietary management path.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food-service experience required.
• Healthcare, senior living, or long-term care experience preferred.
• Hands-on in a commercial kitchen.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus and dietary requirements.
• Follow dietary instructions and ensure meals are served on schedule.
• Supervise and support kitchen staff; assist with training.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety practices.
• Monitor food quality, waste, and inventory during busy periods.

Skills

Cooking

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

ISH Dining Services seeks a motivated Manager-in-Training/Cook for a long-term care facility. You will develop leadership skills while actively participating in daily kitchen operations, supervising dietary tasks, and ensuring nutritious meals for residents.

The role combines hands-on cooking with management training, including scheduling, staff coordination, and food safety compliance. Training and advancement opportunities are available within the dietary management path.