Cook

Health Dimensions Group

Harmony (MN)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 30,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision insurance

Training & growth

Supportive, mission-driven team

Job summary

Harmony Place is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals for our senior living community. You will follow planned menus, ensure tasty portions, and help keep the kitchen spotless while engaging warmly with residents and accommodating special requests.

Experience in senior living or healthcare food service is a plus, with a focus on safety and dietary needs. Certifications in food handling are required or obtainable upon hire.

Qualifications

Previous cooking experience required; senior living or healthcare setting a plus.
Familiarity with food safety regulations and dietary needs (e.g. diabetic, low-sodium).
Ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced kitchen team.

Responsibilities

Cook with care and creativity: Prepare and serve meals according to planned menus and dietary guidelines.
Ensure meals are tasty, properly portioned, and attractively presented.
Follow recipes, food safety standards, and community guidelines to a T.
Keep the kitchen running smoothly: Assist with food prep, baking, and special meals as needed.
Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, storage, and serving areas.
Monitor food inventory and report supply needs to the Dining Services Director.
Create a welcoming experience: Interact with residents warmly and respectfully during meal service.
Be flexible and accommodating with resident food preferences or special requests.
Help with set-up and clean-up for special events, holidays, and themed meals.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Dietary needs

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Join Our Team as a Cook!

Do you love bringing people together through great food? Harmony Place is looking for a passionate and dependable Cook to help prepare delicious, nutritious meals for our senior living community. If you're a team player with a heart for hospitality and a knack for the kitchen, we want YOU on our team!

At Harmony Place, we're all about making lives better- whether it's for our residents, clients, or the incredible people who work with us (that's you!). We believe in the power of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor® , and we bring those values to life every single day.

Now, let's talk about YOU and why you'll love this role:

What You'll Do (AKA: Your Superpowers)

Cook with Care & Creativity:

Prepare and serve meals according to planned menus and dietary guidelines.
Ensure meals are tasty, properly portioned, and attractively presented.
Follow recipes, food safety standards, and community guidelines to a T.

Keep the Kitchen Running Smoothly:

Assist with food prep, baking, and special meals as needed.
Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, storage, and serving areas.
Monitor food inventory and report supply needs to the Dining Services Director.

Create a Welcoming Experience:

Interact with residents warmly and respectfully during meal service.
Be flexible and accommodating with resident food preferences or special requests.
Help with set-up and clean-up for special events, holidays, and themed meals.

What You Bring to the Table (Besides a Great Recipe Book)

Experience & Skills:

Previous cooking experience required; senior living or healthcare setting a plus.
Familiarity with food safety regulations and dietary needs (e.g. diabetic, low-sodium).
Ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced kitchen team.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for long periods, bend, reach, lift, and carry throughout your shift.
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and work in a warm kitchen environment.

Certifications: