Kitchen Tech | Wheels Program

Midland Care Connection

Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization in Topeka, Kansas, dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas.

Midland Care’s Meals on Wheels program in Topeka, Kansas, is a vital service that delivers hot, nutritious meals and wellness-checks to homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities in Shawnee, Jefferson, and Douglas counties. The program prioritizes individuals at high nutritional risk and is not income-based, allowing anyone who meets the age or homebound criteria to participate. With the help of hundreds of volunteers who deliver meals Monday-Friday, Midland Care supports independence, reduces social isolation, and ensures older adults receive balanced meals in the comfort of their homes.

Supports daily meal service by assisting with food preparation, plating, packing hot and cold meals, and ensuring meals are ready on time for distribution. The role involves maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen by washing dishes and equipment, managing trash, stocking storage areas, and following food safety standards, including Serv Safe practices. Kitchen Techs work collaboratively with staff and volunteers, provide friendly support, manage time effectively, and complete assigned duties as needed to maintain quality, efficiency, and safety in meal production and delivery.

• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Basic communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with staff and volunteers
• Strong time‑management and organization skills
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, lifting, cleaning, and moving kitchen items
• Commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and quality standards
• Willingness to complete required training and follow agency policies

• Previous kitchen, food service, or meal preparation experience
• Serv Safe certification or willingness to obtain certification
  
  Experience working with volunteers or in a nonprofit setting
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation practices

Join our team and make a meaningful difference in your community! If you enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, supporting others, and helping deliver nutritious meals to those in need, we encourage you to apply. Bring your skills, compassion, and commitment to quality to Midland Care Connection’s Meals on Wheels program and be part of a team that truly makes an impact—apply today!