Cook

Commonspirit; Minnesota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Cook to join their Nutrition Services team. This role involves preparing nutritious meals for patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to stringent food safety regulations. You will play a vital part in ensuring quality control and maintaining high hygiene standards in a dynamic kitchen environment. If you are looking for flexible, casual work that makes a difference in people's lives, this position is perfect for you. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and commitment to excellence in food service.

Qualifications

• At least two years of food service experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent education necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to dietary requirements.
• Maintain food safety standards and cleanliness in cooking areas.
• Ensure proper food labeling and storage.

Skills

Food Preparation

Food Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Kitchen Utensils

Slicers

Mixers

Ovens

Fryers

Steamers

Stove Tops

Grills

Job description

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Overview

CHI St. Joseph’s Health of Park Rapids, part of CommonSpirit Health, is an award-winning 25-bed critical access hospital located in the heart of lake country. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, we offer a full range of services including 24/7/365 Emergency Department and Level IV Trauma Center; hospitalist program, testing, surgery, orthopedics, rehabilitation, and more, to help you experience better health.

Responsibilities

As our Cook in the Nutrition Services department, you will support CHI Health’s vision and mission by preparing food for patients, staff, and visitors following safe cooking techniques. This includes preparing food for various therapeutic diets and ensuring compliance with state and federal food safety regulations in a healthcare environment. You will also support quality control measures such as recipe adherence and maintaining food quality consistency. Your attention to detail will be essential in maintaining records, inventories, surveys, and other controls relevant to all retail outlets. The role requires teamwork to ensure proper storage, equipment operation, and sanitation standards, reporting any unsafe conditions.

If you seek flexibility with casual, as-needed work, this position is suitable for you.

What you'll do

• Prepare and serve food according to menu and dietary requirements, using kitchen utensils and equipment such as slicers, mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, stove tops, and grills. Modify preparations for food allergies.
• Follow healthcare food service standards, regulations, and guidelines, including monitoring food temperatures and avoiding cross-contamination. Maintain personal hygiene standards.
• Label and store food, equipment, and machinery properly.
• Perform cleaning duties to ensure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education and experience.
• At least two (2) years of food service experience.

Pay Range

$17.69 - $22.15 per hour

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, Medical Practices