LVMG- Cook II

Join our vibrant and mission-driven community at Lutheran Village at Miller's Grant
, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) where hospitality meets heart. We're seeking passionate and reliable Full-Time Cook II to help bring exceptional service and memorable experiences to our residents and guests. This position is Monday-Friday, 11:30am-7:30pm with every other weekend.

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. We value every resident we serve and every team member who supports them. Your work here is more than a job — it is a meaningful part of something bigger.

Come see the difference!

• Prepare dishes with complex ingredients and cooking preparations to order
• Provide the highest quality of service to customers
• Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving menu items
• Prepare food by operating a variety of kitchen utensils to measure and mix ingredients, washing, peeling, cutting, and shredding fruits and vegetables, and trimming and cutting meat, poultry, or fish for culinary use
• Taste products, read menus, estimate food requirements, check production, and keep records to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment
• May be called upon to receive inventory, move and lift foodstuffs and supplies and prepare meals for customers requiring special diets
• May be assigned in a venue requiring the preparation and cooking of food to order, including reading the order or taking verbal instructions on food required by the patron, and prepares and cooks food according to instructions
• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing of workstations and all equipment used according to regulatory rules and food safety processes
• Maintain all records and logs as required
• Provide culinary support for other dining functions as requested

• Competitive Wages
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Paid Professional Development
• Referral Bonus Program
• Strong Benefits Package
• On-Site Fitness Center and Indoor Pool
• An even stronger culture of caring, collaboration, and support!

You'll Use Your:

• High School diploma or equivalent experience
• 5 or more years of cooking experience in a fine dining restaurant style setting

OR

• Certificate or culinary degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of cook experience in a fine dining setting

• Knowledge of sanitation, safety and food handling techniques, rules and regulations as defined by local, state, and federal guidelines
• Apply moderately complex technical skills appropriate for the position
• May adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to meet requirements of the position
• Patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents
• Serv-Safe Certification (if expired, recertification within 90 days of hire)
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the English language
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Hourly wage will be based on the candidate's qualifications including relevant years of experience and certifications/education.

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.