Cook

American Baptist Homes of the Midwest; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, located in Albert Lea, MN, is hiring a part-time Cook for Thorne Crest Senior Living Community. The role involves preparing high-quality meals, leading kitchen operations, and maintaining sanitation standards. Candidates should have professional cooking experience and knowledge of food safety. The position offers competitive pay of $17 - $22/hr, with a commitment to compassionate care in a supportive environment. Apply today to make a meaningful impact!

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a professional cooking environment is essential.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations is required.
• Strong communication skills in English are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to dietary guidelines.
• Lead a culinary team in daily kitchen operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen.
• Assist with ingredient sourcing and inventory management.
• Ensure consistency in food quality and presentation.

Skills

Prior experience cooking in a professional setting

Knowledge of food safety standards

Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English

Job description

Cook — $17 - $22/hr + credit given for experience — Thorne Crest Senior Living | Albert Lea, MN

Begin a rewarding career—join Thorne Crest Senior Living Community as a Cook where your commitment and compassion will directly impact the lives of others!

Why Join Us?

• People First: Develop meaningful relationships with residents and staff members
• Competitive Pay: $17.00-$22.00/hr + credit for experience
• Schedule: This is a part-time or PRN position working Monday- Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM, and every other weekend holiday.
• Supportive Team: We value our caregivers as much as our clients
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and cook flavorful, high-quality meals for residents in accordance with menu guidelines and dietary needs
• Assist in leading a talented culinary team in daily kitchen operations
• Maintain high standards of kitchen sanitation and cleanliness
• Help with ingredient sourcing and inventory management
• Support production scheduling and kitchen workflow management
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards are met

What You'll Need:

• Prior experience cooking in a professional setting required
• Knowledge of food safety standards
• Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.