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Lead Cook (4050)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.50 - $19.75
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Career growth opportunities

Job Description

Larksfield Place Retirement Communities is a distinguished leader in senior living, renowned for its commitment to exceptional care, service, and engagement. As a not-for-profit continuous care retirement community based in Wichita, Larksfield Place prides itself on fostering a supportive and compassionate environment that enhances the lives of its residents, employees, and the broader community. The community is locally managed and has earned a national reputation for excellence, rooted in its guiding principle to "Elevate Every Day." This motto embodies Larksfield Place's dedication to compassion, excellence, and genuine hospitality, making it a unique and fulfilling place to work.

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Job Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and temperature control
  • Ability to lead and motivate others
  • Excellent communication skills
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Food Handler’s Card required
  • ServeSafe Certification preferred
  • Experience in senior living or healthcare food service a plus

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a professional kitchen setting
  • Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and temperature control
  • Ability to lead and motivate others in a high-volume production environment
  • Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Food Handler’s Card required
  • ServeSafe Certification preferred
  • Experience in senior living or healthcare food service a plus

Job Duties

  • Supervise daily kitchen operations and provide hands-on leadership to the cook team
  • Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and served safely and according to recipe and presentation standards
  • Assist with inventory management, prep tracking, and daily production schedules
  • Train, support, and mentor line and prep cooks to maintain consistency and quality
  • Uphold proper food hygiene, sanitation, and temperature control procedures
  • Support event catering and special functions with professionalism and efficiency
  • Act as the kitchen lead in the absence of the Executive Chef or Kitchen Supervisor

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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