Cook

Saint Therese; Corcoran (MN); On-site; USD 31,175 - 42,319; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits

403b retirement plan with company match

Tuition discount opportunities

Flexible spending account options

Generous vacation plan

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a part-time Cook for its facility in Corcoran, Minnesota. The role requires preparing high-quality meals while adhering to food safety regulations. With responsibilities including cooking and cleaning in a dynamic environment, candidates should have strong culinary skills and experience. This position offers competitive wages, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a team dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences for residents.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional culinary experience, preferably in assisted living dining.
• Ability to read English and follow dietary cards, menus and production sheets.
• Experience working in high-pressure environments while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality meals for residents following food codes and regulations.
• Manage food service for the coffee shop and special events.
• Ensure a well-organized kitchen environment through general cleaning tasks.

Skills

Exceptional cooking skills

Ability to work cooperatively

Communication in English (oral and written)

Food safety protocols understanding

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Want a role where you can Do Ordinary Things with Extraordinary Love? Join Saint Therese and be a part of making a difference! We are looking for a part-time Cook to bring their culinary talents to our newest Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community. Saint Therese of Corcoran campus is full of social vibrancy in an urban setting, with distinctive living spaces and a variety of amenities to create an experience the resident is looking for to create their future home. The campus offers 153 independent, assisted living and memory care apartments. Amenities of the site include dining options, wellness center with pool, library, lounge area, golf simulator, salon, and wood shop area.

Saint Therese Corcoran webpage

Schedules currently available include working every other weekend and every other holiday:

• 10:00 am - 6:30 pm or 11:00 am - 7:30 pm (Part-time - 32 hours per two-week pay period)
  • Every other Saturday and Sunday

Responsibilities:

The Cook position is responsible for creating high-quality meals for our residents, ensuring that all food is crafted to meet established state and local food codes, regulations, and best practices. This role involves meticulous attention to detail in meal preparation to maintain the highest standards of nutrition and safety.

Job duties encompass a range of responsibilities including cooking and baking, as well as cleaning equipment and maintaining operations. You will prepare both hot and cold meals for residents, manage food service for the coffee shop and special events, and carry out general cleaning tasks to ensure a well-organized kitchen environment.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Culinary degree or certification (preferred but not required with equivalent experience).
• Background in nutrition or specialized diets (mechanical, pureed, low-sodium, diabetic diets etc.).

Experience:

• 5+ years of professional culinary experience, preferably in assisted living dining, high-end hospitality, or open-kitchen concepts.
• Experience cooking in front of guests, with strong customer engagement skills.
• Experience working in high-pressure environments while maintaining quality and presentation.

Special knowledge, skills and abilities

• Ability to read English and follow dietary cards, menus and production sheets.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to communicate through English oral and written skills.
• Background in menu development and dietary accommodations (allergies, restrictions, and preferences).
• Proven ability to manage a solo operation or work with a small team efficiently.
• Strong understanding of food safety protocols and kitchen sanitation.
• Exceptional cooking skills with an ability to execute high-quality meals consistently.
• Ability to plan, prep, and execute multiple meals daily without compromising quality.
• Capable of adjusting menus based on ingredient availability and client preferences.
• Keeps a well-maintained, organized, and hygienic workspace at all times.
• Can work independently, meet deadlines, and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• When working with support staff, must be able to delegate effectively while maintaining a positive team dynamic by working along with the nursing staff.
• Willingness to adjust to flexible hours based on client needs.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages with credit for experience
• Healthcare, dental, and vision for staff scheduled 60+ hours/pay period
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account options
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance for staff scheduled 60+ hours/pay period
• Generous vacation plan, earned sick time, and paid disability leave
• 403b with company match
• Tuition Discount Opportunities and Scholarships
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance
• Same Day Pay with UKG Wallet
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement

About Saint Therese:

Saint Therese is a faith-based, nonprofit company with 60 years of experience caring for those in need. We have a long and storied history of prioritizing the needs of both our residents and staff in order to allow them to live well. We take pride our person-centered approach of warmth and community in the continuum of care by embracing our values: Welcoming, Heartfelt Purpose, Do the Right Thing, Respect, Collaboration, Stewardship, and Fun.

We have four senior communities in Minnesota including Brooklyn Park, Corcoran, Shoreview, and Woodbury; a campus in Monroe, Michigan, and two communities in Ohio; St. Mary of the Woods and Westlake. All communities are rich with thoughtful amenities and support. Our compassionate services also reach seniors living in the broader Twin Cities area through home care, outpatient therapies and wellness programs.

Pay Range: $22.63 - $30.72/hour depending on experience

Saint Therese is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.