Cook

Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living; Crosslake (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Paid time off

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Cornerstone Management Communities is seeking a Cook/Chef to prepare and serve daily meals for residents and guests, delivering exceptional service.

Responsibilities include following recipes, ensuring safety, supervising staff, and maintaining cleanliness while complying with HACCP and Minnesota Food Code. Experience in culinary roles and strong teamwork are essential. This role emphasizes compassionate, resident-centered care and requires flexible, dependable individuals.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking in a culinary/food service role.
• Punctual with good attendance.
• Ability to work calmly with senior residents.
• Team player with Chef Supervisor and staff.
• Respectful and ethical conduct.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menu and dietary needs.
• Follow recipes, portion and presentation standards.
• Receive, label, store food safely; minimize waste.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely; report issues.
• Support Wait Staff with training and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with state food safety regulations (HACCP Minnesota Food Code).
• Communicate concerns to Chef Supervisor or management.
• Support Cornerstone Mission and values.

Skills

Food service vocabulary

Teamwork

Punctuality

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate demeanor

Ability to work with seniors

Job description

Company Overview

Cornerstone Management oversees multiple Assisted Living communities dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for seniors. Our mission is to foster safe, engaging, and person-centered environments where residents can thrive while preserving their independence and dignity.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for preparing and serving the daily meals to the residents and guests at Cornerstone Management Communities. This position must fulfill expectations of exceptional customer service.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k).
• Paid time off and recognized holidays.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menu and dietary needs, using safe and sanitary food handling practices.
• Follow recipes, portion control, and presentation standards to deliver high-quality, attractive meals on schedule.
• Receive, label, and store food properly to ensure safety and minimize waste.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and work areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any issues to the Chef Supervisor.
• Support and direct Wait Staff as needed; assist with training and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with state food safety regulations, including HACCP and the Minnesota Food Code.
• Communicate concerns or incidents to Chef Supervisor or management promptly.
• Support the mission and values of Cornerstone Management Communities.

Qualifications

• Must understand and communicate food service vocabulary.
• Prior experience in the Culinary Industry as a Cook/Chef.
• Must be punctual, with a good attendance record.
• Must be mature and emotionally stable using calm and kind tone of voice, remaining calm in difficult or unusual circumstances.
• Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently, staying on task.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
• Must be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.
• Must work as a team member with other personnel, Chef Supervisor and Assisted living Director.
• Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
• A service-oriented mindset.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand and relate well to senior adults.
• Ability to read and complete necessary paperwork.

Cornerstone Management is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.