Cook

Ecumen; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off for sick and safe time

Job summary

Ecumen is seeking a dedicated Full Time Cook in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. The Cook will be responsible for food preparation and service to residents while ensuring adherence to special dietary needs. Shift rotations include days and evenings with weekend availability.

The ideal candidate will have prior kitchen experience, be at least 16 years old, and possess strong communication skills. Ecumen provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off and wellness resources.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Understanding of safety rules and health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals to residents and guests.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Follow production guidelines to ensure proper inventory management.
• Assist with stock organization and grocery management.

Skills

Verbal communication

Safety and sanitation techniques

Ability to follow recipes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

Description

Full Time Cook l 72 hours/2 weeks l Day or Evening Shift l Every other Weekend Rotation, The targeted pay range for this job is $20- $23 per hour.

The Cook is responsible for proper food prep, cooking and service of food while recognizing special diets, resident’s dietary needs and requests. This position maintains work areas in proper order and follows established policies and procedures of the facility while demonstrating high levels of service.

Responsibilities

• Provides exemplary service to our residents, families and guests, ensuring all feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service.
• Preps, prepares, cooks and serves meals to residents, families, guests and employees. Properly operates and maintains all equipment in the food preparation area. Reports production shortages/overages to the supervisor immediately.
• Accurately follows directions and recipes. Ability to convert recipes for various size groups. Follows production guidelines for best product usage, portion control and use of leftovers.
• Maintains adequate inventory of food and supplies notifying supervisor if they are missing something.
• Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area. Complies with all federal and state regulations.
• Assists with stocking and putting away groceries as directed. Products will be labeled, dated and rotated ensuring an adequate, fresh inventory of food and supplies.
• Partners with department leaders to maintain awareness of facility special events and activities to ensure adequate product and labor are available.
• Ensures residents with special diets receive appropriate food. Accommodates resident requests promptly.
• Demonstrates proper safety and sanitation techniques as part of the work.
• Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all employees within the community as directed by the leadership team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Previous senior care experience
• Serv Safe certification or equivalent
• Certified Food Protection Manager

Benefits

Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for sick & safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/

Equal Opportunity

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