Cook

Allina Health; Hastings; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated food service professionals to join their team. In this role, you will prepare meals for patients and staff, ensuring food safety and quality. With a focus on compassionate care, this position offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of others. The company provides a supportive environment with numerous benefits aimed at enhancing your well-being. If you are passionate about food service and want to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Paid Caregiver Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Support Benefits

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with required education and/or experience.
• Food service experience preferred, 0 to 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food in a timely and appealing manner.
• Ensure food safety through proper cooking and storage techniques.
• Assist in restocking and maintaining adequate food supply.

Skills

Food Preparation

Food Safety

Cooking Techniques

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Vocational Degree in Culinary Field

Job description

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

May 02, 2025

Department:

16000783 Food Services RGF UTD

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

0

Union Contract:

SEIU-4-Regina Service Workers-SRM

Weekend Rotation:

Every Other

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• Casual Role
• 8-hour day/evening shifts
• Every other weekend rotation

Job Description:

Responsible for the preparation of all food served to patients, staff and customers. Uses proper cooking, cooling and reheating techniques to ensure food safety.

Principle Responsibilities

• Prepares food in a timely, appealing and appetizing manner.
  • Prepares food using standardized recipes and proper cooking methods for patients, staff and special functions.
  • Adequate quantities of food are prepared based on patient need and cafeteria volumes.
  • Understands special diets and consults with dietitian as needed.
• Uses proper cooking, cooling and reheating techniques to ensure food safety.
  • Checks temperatures regularly prior to serving food.
  • Labels, dates, covers and store food properly.
  • Utilizes sanitizing techniques for food, self and equipment.
• May assist in restocking work station.
  • May assist in putting away grocery orders.
  • May operate cash register.
  • May assist with menu development.
  • May maintain adequate food stock to meet the menu requirements and patient requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate's or Vocational degree in the culinary field
• 0 to 2 years of food service experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment if providing services for Home Care and Hospice
• Certification for Food Safety and Handling upon hire preferred

Physical Demands

• Medium Work:
• Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $19.64 to $24.76 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental

• PTO/Time Away

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Life Insurance

• Short-term/Long-term Disability

• Paid Caregiver Leave

• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.