Chef/Cook- Full Time

The Waters; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a dedicated Chef to join their team. In this role, you will prepare high-quality culinary dishes while ensuring exceptional service for residents and guests. With a focus on teamwork and creativity, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values responsibility and innovation. Enjoy consistent hours with no late nights, and benefit from paid holidays and medical benefits. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a restaurant setting while being part of a community that values every moment.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Instant access to 50% of earned income

PTO

Medical and Dental Benefits

401k, fully vested

No late nights

Consistent & reliable hours

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food control and food handling processes.
• Valid Food Services Sanitation Certificate or ability to pass course.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes utilizing fresh ingredients for a fine dining experience.
• Participate in daily kitchen operations: cooking, serving, and cleaning.
• Meet organizational and regulatory expectations for food preparation.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Teamwork

Food Safety Knowledge

Cooking Techniques

Education

High School Diploma

Food Services Sanitation Certificate

Job description

What email address should a hiring manager use to contact you?

Required: You have failed the Captcha, please try again.

The Waters Senior Living | Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Pay starting at $20/hour based on experience

35-40 hours per week, 10:30AM - 7PM including every other weekend

Perks: No late nights, consistent & reliable hours; creative, impactful work in a restaurant setting

The mission of The Waters is 'To create a sense of community where everyone THRIVES'.

We recognize that every team member is a direct reflection of The Waters. Attracting and investing in professional, caring, and compassionate team members is essential to our mission. We want our team members to feel inspired and to THRIVE, just as our residents do.

Why The Waters?

• Paid holidays; double time for holidays worked
• Instant access to 50% of earned but unpaid income with OnShift
• PTO, use it as you earn it
• Medical and Dental Benefits available the 1st of the month
• 401k, fully vested
• The Waters Values Teamwork, Humility, Responsibility, Innovation, where Victories are celebrated and Every moment matters! Where you can THRIVE!*

The Chef ensures that high-quality culinary dishes are prepared and served to residents and guests in a timely manner. The Chef will prepare menus, originating from or approved by the Manager of Dining Services, in a way that is healthful and beautifully presented. Our restaurant and café function similarly to a hotel or private club restaurant and/or café.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes utilizing fresh ingredients to ensure a fine dining experience for residents and guests
• Participate directly in daily kitchen operations: cooking, serving, and cleaning under the direction of the Manager of Dining Services
• Work as a team with the other kitchen staff, overlapping responsibilities to ensure exceptional service to residents and guests
• Meet organizational and regulatory expectations, including sanitation, food preparation, menus, nutrition, and documentation

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent education
• Must be 18 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages
• Valid Food Services Sanitation Certificate or ability to pass course once employed
• Knowledge of multiple cooking techniques
• Knowledge of food control and food handling processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience as a cook/chef in a restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience preferred but not required
• Certificate from an accredited culinary arts school preferred

indeeddining

The Waters is an equal opportunity employer proudly committed to a diverse workforce. The Waters participates in E-Verify.