Lead Cook & Kitchen Manager – Senior Living

Garden Healthcare; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodridge Village is seeking a Lead Cook to join our culinary team, providing guidance and hands-on leadership in a healthcare dining setting. You will manage inventory, plan meals, and ensure safety and sanitation standards while delivering resident satisfaction.

Responsibilities include following standardized recipes, training staff, and coordinating with dietary and health inspections. Experience in healthcare or senior living kitchens is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of kitchen management experience.
• Experience in institutional and batch cooking, preferably in healthcare or senior living settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare regular and modified menus following established guidelines.
• Adhere to standardized recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Create and maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment, storage, and work areas.
• Manage food and non-food inventory to stay within budget guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local health regulations and sanitation procedures.
• Oversee proper equipment operation and maintenance while ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation protocols.
• Follow and enforce company safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Kitchen management

Institutional cooking

Job description

Woodridge Village is seeking a Lead Cook to join our culinary team, providing guidance and hands-on leadership in a healthcare dining setting. You will manage inventory, plan meals, and ensure safety and sanitation standards while delivering resident satisfaction.

Responsibilities include following standardized recipes, training staff, and coordinating with dietary and health inspections. Experience in healthcare or senior living kitchens is preferred.