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Cook/Shift Lead - Hultquist Place
Purpose of the Position:
The Cook/Shift Lead is responsible for preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for residents, staff, and guests while ensuring compliance with food safety standards and established recipes. This role also provides leadership and oversight during assigned shifts, ensuring smooth kitchen operations, maintaining sanitation standards, and supporting Dietary staff. The ideal candidate will be an experienced cook with leadership potential or prior supervisory experience in a health-related food service environment.
Qualifications:
High school diploma preferred
Experience in food preparation is required
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in dietary or related health care food service is preferred
Minimum 1–3 years of supervisory experience preferred
Formal training in food services or membership in a related professional organization is a plus
Ability to follow recipes and standardized procedures
Strong communication, decision-making, and time management skills
Key Responsibilities:
Food Preparation & Cooking
Prepares, cooks, and serves meals according to standardized recipes and menu plans
Practices accurate portion control and weighing/measuring of ingredients
Ensures meals meet required quality, quantity, and temperature standards
Conducts taste testing and monitors food temperatures throughout service
Prepares ingredients and components for upcoming meals (e.g., roasting meats, chopping vegetables, baking)
Leadership & Supervision
Leads and supervises Dietary staff during assigned shifts, promoting teamwork and efficiency
Opens and/or closes the kitchen based on shift assignment
Assists with staffing needs and may help interview, train, and evaluate staff
Supports and may help administer employee performance and disciplinary processes under the Director’s guidance
Facilitates daily workflow and communicates clearly with staff and management
Manages unexpected changes and provides support across departments as needed
Sanitation & Safety
Maintains a clean and organized workstation, kitchen, equipment, and dining room
Follows proper procedures for cleaning, sanitizing, and equipment maintenance
Observes all safety rules and reports unsafe conditions or equipment promptly
Works with the Maintenance team to ensure a safe kitchen environment
Administrative & Communication Duties
Maintains accurate records (temperature logs, check sheets, etc.)
Uses office equipment as needed (computer, copier, phone, etc.)
Communicates effectively with residents, families, nursing staff, and other departments
Participates in regular team meetings and staff development activities
Core Skills & Attributes
Strong leadership and decision-making ability
Effective under pressure and able to manage change
Organized and efficient in kitchen operations
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Commitment to resident satisfaction and high-quality food service
Join a team that makes a difference in the lives of our residents through exceptional meals and compassionate care. Apply today to become a part of the Hultquist Place family!
Lutheran Social Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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