Resident-Centric Senior Living Kitchen Lead

Lutheran Senior Services; Weldon Spring (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement savings with employer match

Education Financial Assistance

Job summary

Lutheran Senior Services in Weldon Spring, MO, is seeking a cook/kitchen staff member to prepare meals according to menus and recipes while coordinating dining staff as needed.

The role emphasizes high-quality food presentation, adherence to safety standards, and efficient production to support residents’ meals. Eligibility includes prior institutional cooking experience and the ability to lead a team in a dining setting.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience of institutional cooking or kitchen work.
• Willingness to receive a Hepatitis A vaccine per county health regulations.
• Ability to plan, organize, interpret and direct others.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events following standardized recipes and production sheets.
• Tests and tastes food to ensure quality flavor, texture, and temperature.
• Maintains sanitation in kitchen and dining areas and adheres to safety procedures.

Skills

Institutional cooking experience

Staff direction

Safety & sanitation

Job description

Lutheran Senior Services in Weldon Spring, MO, is seeking a cook/kitchen staff member to prepare meals according to menus and recipes while coordinating dining staff as needed.

The role emphasizes high-quality food presentation, adherence to safety standards, and efficient production to support residents’ meals. Eligibility includes prior institutional cooking experience and the ability to lead a team in a dining setting.