Cook, Full-Time

Ecumen; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Life & disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Job summary

Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood is hiring a Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents, while accommodating special diets and requests. You will follow established policies, keep work areas clean, and demonstrate high levels of service.

This full-time role offers a 10:30am–7:00pm shift, bi-weekly 64 hours, and a competitive hourly pay range of $20.00–$23.00. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability insurance, PTO and a 6% 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Must be 17+ years old with effective communication skills.
• Follow safety policies and regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, etc.).
• Experience in a kitchen environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preps, cooks and serves meals to residents and guests.
• Operate and maintain food prep equipment; report shortages.
• Maintain clean, sanitary and organized work areas and rotate stock.
• Accommodate special diets and resident requests promptly.
• Collaborate with team to support events and busy periods.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Commercial kitchen experience

Serv Safe certification

Certified Food Protection Manager

Job description

The Cook is responsible for proper food prep, cooking and service of food while recognizing special diets, resident’s dietary needs and requests. This position maintains work areas in proper order and follows established policies and procedures of the facility while demonstrating high levels of service.

About Us

Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood consists of 120 independent living and assisted living rental apartment homes, as well as 30 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services. Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Opportunity Details

Schedule:

• Full-Time
• Shift: 10:30am-7:00pm
• 64 hours bi-weekly
• Position works various weekdays, every other weekend & rotating holidays

Pay:

• The targeted pay range for this job is $20.00 to $23.00 per hour.
• Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.

Benefits:

• Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Provides exemplary service to our residents, families and guests, ensuring all feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service.
• Preps, prepares, cooks and serves meals to residents, families, guests and employees. Properly operates and maintains all equipment in the food preparation area. Reports production shortages/overages to the supervisor immediately.
• Accurately follows directions and recipes. Ability to convert recipes for various size groups. Follows production guidelines for best product usage, portion control and use of leftovers.
• Maintains adequate inventory of food and supplies notifying supervisor if they are missing something.
• Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area. Complies with all federal and state regulations.
• Assists with stocking and putting away groceries as directed. Products will be labeled, dated and rotated ensuring an adequate, fresh inventory of food and supplies.
• Partners with department leaders to maintain awareness of facility special events and activities to ensure adequate product and labor are available.
• Ensures residents with special diets receive appropriate food. Accommodates resident requests promptly.
• Demonstrates proper safety and sanitation techniques as part of the work.
• Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all employees within the community as directed by the leadership team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Must be 17 years of age or older
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Commercial kitchen experience
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Previous senior care experience
• Serv Safe certification or equivalent
• Certified Food Protection Manager