Established in 1969 by Lutheran churches, The Lutheran Home was created to address a crucial need in Southeast Missouri - providing comfort and care to area seniors. We opened our doors in 1972 as a 60-bed nursing home, and in our 50+ year history we have served more than 35,000 individuals.

From our humble beginnings, we have grown into a vibrant community, serving the needs of seniors with a comprehensive range of services:

Independent Living at Saxony Village
Assisted Living
Skilled Care (including residential hospice)
Memory Care
Short-term Rehabilitation through Providence Place
Transitional Care through Providence Pointe at Assisted Living
Hospice Care through Providence Hospice

Our Mission:

Provide a grace-filled community of care and companionship where individuals enjoy vibrant living at every stage. We enrich lives through a lifestyle that makes the body strong, keeps the intellect sharp and nourishes the spirit.

Our Vision:

To aspire to live each day fulfilled at every stage of life.

Our Values:

We value SERVICE. We approach every day with a servant's heart to do all we can for those in our care, and to lead others through service.
We value EXCELLENCE. We pursue excellence in all that we do, and strive to deliver the highest quality clinical experience in the area.
We value DIGNITY. In full conviction that every human being deserves respect and love, we ensure each resident is treated with warmth and compassion while maintaining their dignity and personal identity.
We value FULFILLMENT. Understandy that quality of life is directly related to self-worth and self-actualization, we relentlessly pursue ways to help others live full and fulfilled lives at every stage of life.
We value GRACE. Knowing the grace God has bestowed on all people through the forgiveness of sin, we extend grace to one another by our words, deeds and actions in extension of that gift.
We value STEWARDSHIP. As a not-for-profit organization serving our community, we practice stewardship and discipline with our resources, making strategic decisions that support our vision.

Our work is meaningful, necessary and makes a signficant impact on our community.

We'd like to invite you into our world, and into our mission.

Dining Services Cook

Cape Girardeau, MO

Full Time

Mid Level

$1,000 Sign on Bonus

The Lutheran Home is seeking a dedicated, full-time Cook to prepare well-balanced, thoughtfully prepared meals for our residents in our health center. This role supports a variety of meal preparation needs, contributing to both daily dining and fresh, high-quality menu offerings. Mealtime is often the highlight of the day-a time for connection-and our cooks play an important role in creating meals that residents look forward to and enjoy. You’ll be part of a compassionate team guided by our values of service, excellence, dignity, fulfillment, grace, and stewardship. Previous experience is helpful, but we’re happy to train someone who is dependable, eager to learn, and motivated to make a meaningful difference each day.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Prepare quality food products in large quantities for regular and modified diets according to menus
Ensure food is safely prepared, stored, and served at proper temperatures
Portion and present food attractively and consistently
Support a positive, team-oriented environment in Dining Services
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely, reporting any issues
Keep the kitchen clean and follow sanitation guidelines
Meet resident dietary needs and preferences
Minimize food waste and properly rotate, label, and store food
Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries

Skills and Qualifications:

Minimum age of 18 with a high school diploma or equivalent
Previous institutional cooking experience with an emphasis on large quantity preferred
Food Safety certification (e.g., ServSafe) preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to lift and carry food items and supplies as needed

Schedule:

This is a full-time position, typically scheduled Thursday through Sunday, including weekends, with shifts from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

As a full-time team member, you will be able to take part in our many benefits including:

Sign on Bonus for eligible candidates
Weekend Shift Differential
Paid Holidays
Earned Time Off
Medical Insurance options
Retirement Benefits including Employer Match
Life Insurance option including an Employer Paid Plan
Long-term & Short-term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Dental & Vision Insurance
Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
On Demand Pay through Tapcheck
and Residents that you will fall in love with.

About the Lutheran Home:
Since 1972, the Lutheran Home has provided the region’s residents with dignified and compassionate care. We look to employ and empower dedicated and qualified individuals to provide a culture of positivity, compassion and fun so that we may all live each day fulfilled.

The Lutheran Home is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please verify that you have included in your application all relevant information and experience for the position you are pursuing. We use this information in our effort to offer competitive and equitable compensation.

Not all positions may be eligible for all benefits.

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Established in 1969 by Lutheran churches, The Lutheran Home was created to address a crucial need in Southeast Missouri - providing comfort and care to area seniors. We opened our doors in 1972 as a 60-bed nursing home, and in our 50+ year history we have served more than 35,000 individuals.

From our humble beginnings, we have grown into a vibrant community, serving the needs of seniors with a comprehensive range of services:

Independent Living at Saxony Village

Assisted Living

Skilled Care (including residential hospice)

Memory Care

Short-term Rehabilitation through Providence Place

Transitional Care through Providence Pointe at Assisted Living

Hospice Care through Providence Hospice

Our Mission:

Provide a grace-filled community of care and companionship where individuals enjoy vibrant living at every stage. We enrich lives through a lifestyle that makes the body strong, keeps the intellect sharp and nourishes the spirit.

Our Vision:

To aspire to live each day fulfilled at every stage of life.

Our Values:

We value SERVICE. We approach every day with a servant's heart to do all we can for those in our care, and to lead others through service.

We value EXCELLENCE. We pursue excellence in all that we do, and strive to deliver the highest quality clinical experience in the area.

We value DIGNITY. In full conviction that every human being deserves respect and love, we ensure each resident is treated with warmth and compassion while maintaining their dignity and personal identity.

We value FULFILLMENT. Understandy that quality of life is directly related to self-worth and self-actualization, we relentlessly pursue ways to help others live full and fulfilled lives at every stage of life.

We value GRACE. Knowing the grace God has bestowed on all people through the forgiveness of sin, we extend grace to one another by our words, deeds and actions in extension of that gift.

We value STEWARDSHIP. As a not-for-profit organization serving our community, we practice stewardship and discipline with our resources, making strategic decisions that support our vision.

Our work is meaningful, necessary and makes a signficant impact on our community.

We'd like to invite you into our world, and into our mission.

Dining Services Cook

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