Lead Cook — Nutritious Meals & Kitchen Leadership

Guadalupe Centers Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Guadalupe Centers Inc. is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for seniors in accordance with program guidelines. The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and delivering high-quality food in a timely manner.

The position requires supervisory experience in a commercial kitchen, at least 6 months in a kitchen, and the ability to lift 40 lbs. Certification in Culinary Arts is required, with Food Handlers certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 months of experience in a commercial or school kitchen.
• Culinary Arts Certification required; Food Handlers Certification preferred.
• Supervisory experience in a commercial kitchen required.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Experience using computer systems and meal-counting systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and orders foods according to policy, menus, and recipes.
• Plans meals ahead to minimize substitutions with guidance from Nutritionist and prior approval.
• Modifies menus for on-premise events and records changes.
• Prepares appealing meals and snacks to prevent nutrition loss.
• Maintains sanitation, storage, and safety per health dept standards.
• Keeps budget, cost control, and inventory records.
• Oversees proper care and maintenance of kitchen equipment; requests supplies as needed.
• Delivers food-related items to other locations as needed.
• Maintains Food Preparation Certifications.
• Experience in preparing meals for Seniors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Team leadership

Meal counting systems

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts Certification

Job description

Guadalupe Centers Inc. is seeking a Lead Cook to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for seniors in accordance with program guidelines. The role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and delivering high-quality food in a timely manner.

The position requires supervisory experience in a commercial kitchen, at least 6 months in a kitchen, and the ability to lift 40 lbs. Certification in Culinary Arts is required, with Food Handlers certifications preferred.