Cook

Highland-Chateau-Health-Rehabilitation-Center; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages based on experience

Benefits package may include medical,…

Stable long-term care organization

Job summary

Highland Chateau Health + Rehabilitation Center in St. Paul, MN is seeking a dependable Cook to join the dietary team. This part-time role covers evening shifts from 11pm to 7am with every other weekend rotation, preparing nutritious meals for residents and supervising servers during service.

Long-term care or healthcare food service experience is strongly preferred, with ability to cook large quantities, follow modified diets, and maintain safety and records in a busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in healthcare or long-term care is preferred.
• Ability to cook in large quantities while maintaining quality.
• Experience supervising dietary servers is a plus.
• Knowledge of modified diets (diabetic, pureed, mechanical soft) is a plus.
• ServSafe certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for 50+ residents following menus and portions.
• Ensure meals meet therapeutic dietary requirements and restrictions.
• Lead, direct, and support dietary servers during meal service.
• Coordinate meal timing and service flow for timely delivery.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe kitchen per regulations.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, and infection control practices.
• Assist with inventory and communicate supply needs to leadership.
• Maintain accurate production records and temperature logs.
• Provide courteous, resident-centered service at all times.

Skills

Large quantities cooking

Team leadership

Time management

Independent worker

Food safety knowledge

Healthcare food service experience

Job description

Cook

Highland Chateau Health + Rehabilitation Center
Location: St. Paul, MN
Status: Part Time PM 11pm-7pm with every other weekend rotation

Position Summary

Highland Chateau Health + Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dependable and skilled Cook to join our dietary team. This role is responsible for preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for our residents while supporting dietary compliance and leading a team of servers during meal service. Long-term care or healthcare food service experience is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for 50+ residents following planned menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.

• Ensure meals meet therapeutic diet requirements and dietary restrictions as ordered.

• Lead, direct, and support dietary servers during meal service.

• Coordinate meal timing and service flow to ensure residents receive meals promptly.

• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Follow proper food handling, storage, and infection control practices.

• Assist with inventory awareness and communicate supply needs to dietary leadership.

• Maintain accurate production records and temperature logs.

• Provide courteous and resident-centered service at all times.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required; long-term care or healthcare setting experience preferred.

• Ability to cook in large quantities while maintaining quality and consistency.

• Experience supervising or leading staff strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of modified diets (mechanical soft, pureed, diabetic, etc.) a plus.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• ServSafe certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Why Work at Highland Chateau?

• Supportive, team-oriented workplace

• Meaningful work serving seniors and residents

• Competitive wages based on experience

• Benefits package may include medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement options

• Stable and respected long-term care organization

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