LEAD COOK - Join the Team!

Covenant Woods is a vibrant senior living community dedicated to providing exceptional quality and care to its residents. As a trusted leader in senior living, Covenant Woods focuses on creating a welcoming and supportive environment where seniors can enjoy their golden years with dignity and comfort. The community combines compassionate care with engaging social and recreational opportunities, supported by a dedicated team that puts residents' well-being at the forefront. The dining experience plays a crucial role in this mission, offering nutritious, delicious meals tailored to meet the unique dietary needs of each resident, ensuring satisfaction and enhancing quality of life. We are currently looking for a skilled and motivated Lead Cook to join our culinary team. As the Lead Cook, you will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and help us maintain our standards of culinary excellence and safety. This role requires a strong leader who is passionate about food, skilled in menu development, food costing, and kitchen management. Your expertise will ensure residents receive meals that are prepared safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality. Beyond cooking, you will also be responsible for training and scheduling kitchen staff, managing inventory and food costs, and maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. Your leadership will directly influence the dining experience, contributing to the overall satisfaction and health of our residents. This is a full-time position, offering comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays and time off, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings plans. At Covenant Woods, we value our employees and provide programs to recognize their contributions, such as anniversary and birthday celebrations. Join us in a role where you can combine your passion for culinary arts with a meaningful purpose, serving a community that truly appreciates what you do. If you thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and mission-driven environment, Covenant Woods is the perfect place to advance your culinary career as a Lead Cook.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• previous experience supervising kitchen or culinary staff
• valid food handler’s certification
• knowledge of HACCP food safety standards
• strong communication skills both written and verbal in English
• proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• ability to manage inventory and control food costs