LVMG- Cook I

Lutheran Village at Miller's Grant - a Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland Community; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Lutheran Village at Miller's Grant in Ellicott City, MD is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Prep Cook to join our mission-driven community. This role follows a 11:00pm–7:00am shift with varying weekdays and weekend rotation, preparing meals according to recipes and dietary requirements while maintaining food safety and quality.

The Cook I will support daily kitchen operations, estimate quantities, manage inventory, and ensure clean, compliant workstations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items by following basic recipes and production guidelines, including seasoning, tasting, carving, and serving menu items.
• Operate kitchen equipment and utensils to measure, mix, cut, peel, shred, and trim ingredients, including fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, and fish.
• Estimate food quantities, review menus, maintain production records, and requisition necessary supplies to meet daily food service needs.
• Accommodate special dietary requirements and prepare meals to order, following verbal or written instructions as needed.
• Receive and manage inventory, lifting and moving food supplies as required.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of workstations and equipment in compliance with regulatory and food safety standards.
• Maintain all required documentation, including temperature logs, production records, and cleaning checklists.
• Attend and participate in training, including ServSafe Food Handler certification (to be completed within 90 days of hire), and ongoing education opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with interdepartmental staff to ensure consistent, high-quality food service.
• Contribute to a positive, warm, and respectful environment for residents and team members.
• Serve on internal or external committees as assigned and follow all dietary procedures per facility policy.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: THE LUTHERAN VILLAGE AT MILLERS GRANT INC - ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042, Salary Range: $19.00 - $22.26 Hourly, Join Our Team at Lutheran Village at Miller's Grant! We’re currently seeking a dedicated Full-Time Prep Cook to become part of our caring and mission-driven community. This position will follow a 11:00pm-7:00pm shift with varying weekdays with a weekend rotation.

The Cook I is responsible for preparing and cooking meals in accordance with standardized recipes and dietary requirements while ensuring food safety, cleanliness, and quality standards are consistently met. This role supports daily kitchen operations, collaborates with staff, and contributes to a positive dining experience for residents and guests.

At Lutheran Village at Miller's Grant, we’re more than just a workplace, we’re a not-for-profit organization that puts people first. That means valuing every resident we serve and every team member who supports them. Here, your work is more than a job, it’s a meaningful part of something bigger.

Come see the difference!

What You’ll Do as an LVMG Cook I:

• Prepare and cook food items by following basic recipes and production guidelines, including seasoning, tasting, carving, and serving menu items.
• Operate kitchen equipment and utensils to measure, mix, cut, peel, shred, and trim ingredients, including fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, and fish.
• Estimate food quantities, review menus, maintain production records, and requisition necessary supplies to meet daily food service needs.
• Accommodate special dietary requirements and prepare meals to order, following verbal or written instructions as needed.
• Receive and manage inventory, lifting and moving food supplies as required.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of workstations and equipment in compliance with regulatory and food safety standards.
• Maintain all required documentation, including temperature logs, production records, and cleaning checklists.
• Attend and participate in training, including ServSafe Food Handler certification (to be completed within 90 days of hire), and ongoing education opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with interdepartmental staff to ensure consistent, high-quality food service.
• Contribute to a positive, warm, and respectful environment for residents and team members.
• Serve on internal or external committees as assigned and follow all dietary procedures per facility policy.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

All the great incentives you get as an LVMG Team Member!

A strong total compensation package including:

• Competitive wages
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Generous contributions to a 403(b)-retirement plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid professional development
• Scholarship opportunities

Qualifications: What You’ll Need as a Cook I:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of work-related experience preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

At Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland (LSMMD), we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual is respected, supported, and valued. We believe our organization's strength comes from the unique perspectives each team member brings.

LSMMD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our hiring practices reflect our core values of respect, compassionate service, trust, integrity, community, and innovation. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively promote a culture of inclusion and equity in all aspects of our organization.