Cook

Home of the Innocents is seeking a dependable Cook who takes pride in preparing high-quality meals and maintaining a safe, organized kitchen. This role is ideal for a self-motivated team player who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is committed to providing exceptional food service and hospitality.

A Day in the Life

As a Cook at Home of the Innocents, you will prepare and serve meals for children, young adults, and staff while helping ensure efficient kitchen operations. You'll follow menus and dietary requirements, maintain food safety standards, complete required documentation, and contribute to a positive dining experience.

Schedule

• Full time; hours will vary by department needs 
• Rotating weekend shifts will be required 

How This Position Contributes to Our Mission

• Prepares meals that support the health, comfort, and daily well-being of children, young adults, and staff.
• Ensures food is prepared and served according to dietary requirements, portion standards, and food safety guidelines.
• Maintains a clean, organized kitchen that promotes quality and efficiency.
• Supports compliance with HACCP standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
• Works collaboratively with team members to meet dining service needs.
• Helps create a welcoming, trauma-informed environment through compassionate service and hospitality.

Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous food service, institutional cooking, healthcare dining, or large-scale meal preparation experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices; ServSafe Certification preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents

• A trauma-informed environment
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous leave time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Training and certification opportunities

Who We Are 

Home of the Innocents is one of Louisville’s longest-serving non-profit organizations, approaching 150 years of service to children and families. Our mission is simple and clear: to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness. 

We are a trauma-informed organization, prioritizing safety, recovery, and strong relationships in everything we do. Our leadership is committed to building a workforce grounded in compassion, excellence, empowerment, and wellness. 

We are an organization growing to meet the needs of children and young adults in our community—expanding our programs and investing in our campus, including the addition of a new wing at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center that will double our capacity to serve medically complex individuals. 

Our Impact 

• 3,976 children and families served in 2025 
• 22-acre campus located near downtown Louisville 
• Second largest Residential Treatment Program in Kentucky 
• Only dedicated emergency shelter for children in the city 
• 10 programs supporting children and families across a range of needs, including: 
  • Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs 
  • Emergency shelter for children in crisis 
  • Foster care and adoption support 
  • Community-based behavioral health services and programs 
• Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Only facility in Kentucky serving medically complex young adults and children, and 1 of only 12 in the nation. 

If you enjoy preparing quality meals in a dynamic kitchen environment and want your work to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to APPLY NOW.