Kitchen Supervisor

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC•Topeka, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Midland Care Connection Midland Care Connection is a not for profit, community-based organization 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. Hospice House A peaceful, 12 bed, in patient facility dedicated to providing compassionate, end-of-life care when a home setting is no longer feasible. Here, patients receive around the clock, skilled hospice care from a multidisciplinary team—nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other specialists—focused on managing pain and symptoms with dignity and respect. The environment is designed to feel like home, offering comfort not just to the patients but also to their loved ones, providing space for visitation, emotional support, and moments of peace in the final chapter of life. Residential Program A 14-bed program designed to provide a supportive, home-like environment for individuals with complex health needs. As part of a nonprofit organization focused on compassionate, person-centered care, the facility offers assistance with daily living activities and medical support. With its smaller size, the program is able to deliver more individualized attention while maintaining a warm, community-oriented atmosphere that promotes dignity, comfort, and quality of life. Kitchen Supervisor Manages daily kitchen operations while also preparing meals tailored to patients’ needs. This role involves cooking, supervising staff, handling inventory, and ensuring strict food safety standards, much like a traditional kitchen lead. However, it also includes working closely with healthcare staff to adjust meals based on medical conditions and patient preferences, with a strong focus on comfort and quality of life. Unlike a typical restaurant job, the emphasis is less on speed and volume and more on compassion, flexibility, and creating a supportive, home-like environment for patients and their families. Hours Full Time | 4-10 hour shifts Weekend and holiday availability is required What Makes This Role Unique Small facility: More personalized care, less complexity Manageable volume: Serve on average 20 individuals daily (on average 60 meals/day) Hands-on leadership: Lead while staying connected to the work Growth opportunity: Ideal for a new or developing manager Mission-driven impact: See the difference you make every day QualificationsRequired Proven ability and willingness to actively cook and participate in daily meal production High school diploma or GED Experience in food service or dietary operations Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations Supervisory or leadership experience Ability to manage inventory and food ordering Strong organizational and communication skills Food safety certification (as required by state regulations) Preferred Experience in healthcare, long-term care, or hospice setting Formal training in nutrition or food service management Experience with budgeting and cost control Experience supervising kitchen staff What's in it for you? Health insurance options for employees and dependents Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You Days Holiday pay (six holidays per year) 403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan, match provided Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000 On-site education center to provide professional development and CEU credits Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations Uniform Allowance Program Apply Today! Join the caring team at Midland Care Connection and help bring comfort and dignity to those we serve. If you have a passion for food service, leadership, and creating meaningful experiences through meals, we encourage you to apply today. Your skills can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families during an important time. Midland Care Connection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Requirements

Proven ability and willingness to actively cook and participate in daily meal production
High school diploma or GED
Experience in food service or dietary operations
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
Supervisory or leadership experience
Ability to manage inventory and food ordering
Strong organizational and communication skills
Food safety certification (as required by state regulations)

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare, long-term care, or hospice setting
Formal training in nutrition or food service management
Experience with budgeting and cost control
Experience supervising kitchen staff

Responsibilities

Manages daily kitchen operations
Preparing meals tailored to patients’ needs
Cooking
Supervising staff
Handling inventory
Ensuring strict food safety standards
Working closely with healthcare staff to adjust meals based on medical conditions and patient preferences

Benefits

Health insurance options for employees and dependents
Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You Days
Holiday pay (six holidays per year)
403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan, match provided
Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000
On-site education center to provide professional development and CEU credits
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents
Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations
Uniform Allowance Program