Full-Time Lead Cook

Location: Honolulu, HI

Schedule: Full-Time (40 hrs/wk) | Includes weekends and holidays as scheduled

Oahu Care Facility (OCF) is seeking a Lead Cook to bring skill, organization, and heart to our Dietary Services Department. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading by example, takes pride in quality food preparation, and understands the importance of nutrition in resident care.

As Lead Cook, you’ll play a key role in meal preparation, kitchen coordination, and supporting dietary staff to ensure our residents receive safe, nutritious, and flavorful meals every day.

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with planned menus, therapeutic diets, and portion control guidelines

• Lead and support dietary staff during assigned shifts

• Ensure compliance with sanitation, food safety, and infection control standards

• Monitor food quality, temperature, presentation, and timeliness

• Assist with inventory control, proper storage, and rotation of food supplies

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment

• Communicate effectively with Dietary Manager and interdisciplinary team

• Serve as a role model for professionalism, teamwork, and accountability

• Previous experience as a cook in healthcare, long-term care, or high-volume food service preferred

• Leadership or lead cook experience strongly preferred

• Knowledge of modified diets (mechanical soft, puree, renal, diabetic, etc.) a plus

• Food safety and sanitation knowledge required

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs

• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented

• Competitive pay 

• Full-time benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

• Paid time off and holiday pay

• Supportive leadership and team-focused environment

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ daily lives

If you’re passionate about food, leadership, and caring for others, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become part of the OCF team and help nourish our residents with skill and aloha.