Cook Full and Part Time

The Waters Senior Living Management LLC; Excelsior (MN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays; double time for holidays worked

Instant access to 50% of earned but unpaid income

Medical and Dental Benefits available

401k, fully vested

PTO, use it as you earn it

Job summary

The Waters Senior Living Management LLC in Excelsior, Minnesota, is looking for a Chef/Cook to prepare high-quality culinary dishes for residents and guests. You will ensure that meals are beautifully presented and meet healthful standards.

The ideal candidate will possess a High School Diploma and a Food Services Sanitation Certificate. Experience in cooking within a restaurant or senior living environment is preferred but not required. Enjoy a positive work culture with flexible hours and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Food Services Sanitation Certificate or be able to obtain one.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and food handling processes is required.
• Previous experience as a cook/chef is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes utilizing fresh ingredients for a fine dining experience.
• Participate in daily kitchen operations, including cooking, serving, and cleaning.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure exceptional service for residents.

Skills

Knowledge of multiple cooking techniques

Knowledge of food control and food handling processes

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid Food Services Sanitation Certificate

Job description

$17-22/hr based off experience!

Full Time and Part Time available.

Perks: No late nights, consistent & reliable hours; creative, impactful work in a restaurant setting, positive work culture and fun place to work!

The mission of The Waters is 'To create a sense of community where everyone THRIVES'.

We recognize that every team member is a direct reflection of The Waters. Attracting and investing in professional, caring, and compassionate team members is essential to our mission. We want our team members to feel inspired and to THRIVE, just as our residents do.

Why The Waters?

• Paid holidays; double time for holidays worked
• Instant access to 50% of earned but unpaid income with OnShift
• PTO, use it as you earn it
• Medical and Dental Benefits available the 1st of the month
• 401k, fully vested
• The Waters Values Teamwork, Humility, Responsibility, Innovation, where Victories are celebrated and Every moment matters! Where you can THRIVE!

The Chef/Cook ensures that high quality culinary dishes are prepared and served to residents and guests in a timely manner. The Chef/Cook will prepare menus, originating from or approved by the Manager of Dining Services, in a way that is healthful and beautifully presented. Our restaurant and café function in a similar way to a hotel or private club restaurant and/or café.

Responsibilities

• Prepare recipes utilizing fresh ingredients to ensure a fine dining experience for residents and guests
• Participate directly in daily kitchen operations: cooking, serving and cleaning under the direction of the Manager of Dining Services
• Work as a team with the other kitchen staff, overlapping responsibilities to ensure exceptional service to residents and guests
• Meet organizational and regulatory expectations, including sanitation, food preparation, menus, nutrition, and documentation

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent education
• Valid Food Services Sanitation Certificate or ability to pass course once employed
• Knowledge of multiple cooking techniques
• Knowledge of food control and food handling processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience as a cook/chef in a restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience preferred but not required
• Certificate from an accredited culinary arts school preferred

The Waters is an equal opportunity employer proudly committed to a diverse workforce. The Waters participates in E-Verify.