Assistant Cook Senior Monongalians, Inc. -

Morgantown, WV Schedule:

Variable hours Monday-Friday between 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM No weekends or holidays Make a Difference — One Meal at a Time At Senior Monongalians, Inc., we believe good food nourishes both body and spirit. We're seeking a dependable, experienced Kitchen Chef / Cook to lead meal preparation and oversee a small kitchen crew serving older adults in our community. If you take pride in quality food, enjoy supervising a team, and want your work to make someone's day brighter, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do

• Assist the Head Cook with daily meal production by preparing and serving meals according to the planned menu and portion guidelines.
• Work as part of a team to create monthly menus based on program requirements, nutritional guidelines, budget constraints, and client needs.
• Assemble meals for homebound clients and additional nutrition sites.
• Maintain food quality and presentation and enforce sanitation and safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization to meet health regulations.
• Assist in keeping accurate records for food usage, temperature logs, and supply receipts.
• Support other kitchen or program needs as assigned. What We're Looking For

Required:

Current Food Handler's Card.

Experience:

2+ years cooking experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen or equivalent culinary training; prior supervisory or lead experience preferred.

• Food safety knowledge: Strong understanding of health regulations, sanitation standards, and portion control.

Skills:

Ability to read and follow recipes, measure portions, maintain records, and prepare reports.

Leadership:

Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

• Physical requirements: Able to lift up to 50 pounds and safely use required protective equipment.
• Personal qualities: Dependable, detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Why You'll Love Working Here
• No weekends or holidays — enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule.
• Mission-driven team that values compassion, respect, and community.
• Direct impact on the health and happiness of local seniors.
• Supportive environment where leadership and contributions are recognized.

Supervision Reports to:

Nutrition Program Supervisor. Senior Monongalians is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type:

Part-time Work Location:

In person