Cook - Casual

The Good Shepherd Community; Sauk Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Safe & Sick Time Off

Health Insurance for Employee

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with Company Match

Employee Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Op

Job summary

The Good Shepherd Community in Sauk Rapids, MN is seeking a Cook to join the Dietary Team and support nutritional care for residents. You will prepare meals per guidelines, maintain food safety, and help with inventory and menu updates in a supportive, mission‑driven environment.

Experience in long-term care and a Food Protection Manager certificate are preferred. Strong teamwork and communication are essential to ensure quality dining experiences for residents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• MN Food Protection Manager certificate preferred.
• Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• One year experience as a cook in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Ability to work as a team member and resolve problems constructively.
• Experience working with seniors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to menu guidelines, ensuring residents’ nutritional needs are met.
• Assist with ordering food and supplies as needed.
• Monitor and record food temperatures; verify quality prior to service.
• Maintain organized inventory by properly sorting, labeling, and dating food and supplies.
• Uphold a clean and safe kitchen environment through proper sanitation and waste disposal practices.
• Oversee the sanitation of kitchen areas, equipment, and food service spaces.
• Update and maintain menu boards for residents.
• Support the Food Service Manager with hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising dietary staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Experience with seniors

Food safety

Food preparation

Education

MN Food Protection Manager certificate

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Good Shepherd Lutheran Home - Sauk Rapids, MN 56379, Position Type: Casual, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $19.50 - $24.35 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day Shift, Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service, Are you detail-oriented with a passion for creating exceptional dining experiences? Join the Shepherd Oaks Dietary Team today! As a Cook with Good Shepherd, you’ll make a meaningful difference every day by helping meet the nutritional needs of those you serve. You’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team while enjoying a variety of generous benefits.

Cook Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to menu guidelines, ensuring residents’ nutritional needs are met
• Assist with ordering food and supplies as needed
• Monitor and record food temperatures; verify quality prior to service
• Maintain organized inventory by properly sorting, labeling, and dating food and supplies
• Uphold a clean and safe kitchen environment through proper sanitation and waste disposal practices
• Oversee the sanitation of kitchen areas, equipment, and food service spaces
• Update and maintain menu boards for residents
• Support the Food Service Manager with hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising dietary staff

Cook Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (Part-Time/Full-Time Eligible)
• Earned Safe & Sick Time Off
• FREE Option for Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance for Employee (Full-Time Eligible)
• 401K with Company Match
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Opportunities

Qualifications: Cook Qualifications

• MN Food Protection Manager certificate preferred
• Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing
• One year experience as a cook preparing food in a long-term care setting preferred
• Ability to wok as a team member and resolve problem situations constructively
• Experience working with seniors preferred

Keywords

Cook, Cooking, Dietary, Nutritional Services, Culinary, Food Preparation, Food Service