Chef

Ebenezer; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Early wage access

Job summary

Terralume Signature Memory Care in Minnetonka, MN is seeking a Cook/Chef to prepare meals for residents with dementia, ensuring nutrition and regulatory compliance.

You will follow standardized recipes, manage portioning, and support special events while maintaining safety and cleanliness. Position requires 0-1 year experience, 18+ years, and Food Handlers certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of related experience.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Food Handlers certification issued by an ANAB-CFP accredited program within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food to specified temperatures per recipes.
• Assemble meals and bakery items within timeframes and assist with events.
• Prepare texturized diets per IDDSI standards.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen and follow cleaning schedules.
• Supervise kitchen staff and communicate resident and guest feedback on meals and service.

Job description

Job Overview

Terralume Signature Memory Care is a new, boutique community designed exclusively for individuals living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Located off Wayzata Boulevard in Minnetonka, we are building a team of compassionate, adaptable professionals who want to help shape something truly special. The Cook/Chef is responsible for ensuring that meals are prepared and presented in accordance with applicable regulations and customer expectations.

This schedule includes;

• 40 hours every two weeks ; Part time
• Every Saturday & Sunday
• 7:00am-5:30pm Shift

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items to specified temperatures, following standardized recipes to ensure consistent quality, nutritional value, and proper portioning. Weigh and measure ingredients per standardized recipes.
• Assemble meals and bakery items within designated time frames, complete daily preparation tasks accurately, and assist with special events.
• Proper knowledge and preparation of texturized diets utilizing International Dysphagia Diet Standardization (IDDSI) standards.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment by following proper cleaning schedules, using recommended equipment and chemicals, separating clean and dirty areas, and thoroughly scrubbing pots and pans as required.
• Demonstrates the ability to supervise kitchen staff, manage daily operations and customer service in the supervisor’s absence, and effectively communicate resident and guest feedback on meal and service quality.

Required Qualifications

• 0 - 1 Year Experience
• Must be 18+ years old
• Food Handlers certification issued by an ANAB-CFP accredited food sanitation program within 90 Days

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational School Technical Training or Associate Degree - Food Service
• 1 - 3 Years Experience
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft applications
• Food Protection Manager certification Issued by an ANAB-CFP accredited food sanitation program within 90 Days or Certified Food Protection Manager certificate (CFPM) Must be issued by the State of Minnesota for locations in the state of MN within 90 Days

Benefit Overview

Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status