Cook, Full-Time

Ecumen; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

6% 401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ecumen Countryside in Minnesota is seeking a full-time Cook to prep, cook, and serve meals for residents, families, and staff. You will follow recipes, manage inventory, and ensure dietary needs are met with accurate portions and dedicated sanitation practices.

The role requires strong safety awareness, reliable teamwork, and the ability to thrive in a busy kitchen environment. Competitive hourly pay and full benefits accompany this position.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provides exemplary service to residents, families and guests.
• Preps, prepares, cooks and serves meals to residents, families, guests and employees.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment; reports shortages to supervisor.
• Follows recipes and production guidelines for proper portions and leftovers.
• Maintains inventory and a clean, sanitary work area; complies with regulations.
• Stocking and rotating groceries to ensure fresh inventory.
• Coordinates with department leaders for events and staffing.
• Ensures special diets are prepared correctly and accommodated as requested.
• Applies proper safety and sanitation techniques.
• Collaborates with others in a demanding environment; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Serv Safe certification or equivalent

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 Countryside is hiring a Registered Nurse RN. Ecumen Countryside consists of 61 assisted living rental apartment homes and is located in Owatonna, Minnesota.

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
• Shifts: 6:30am-3:00pm & 10:30am-7:00pm
• 60-79 hours bi-weekly
• Position works various weekdays, every other weekend & rotating holidays.

Pay:

• The targeted pay range for this job is $19.50 to $21.50 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:

1. Provides exemplary service to our residents, families and guests, ensuring all feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Maintains adequate inventory of food and supplies notifying supervisor if they are missing something.
5. Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area. Complies with all federal and state regulations.
6. 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.
7. Partners with department leaders to maintain awareness of facility special events and activities to ensure adequate product and labor are available.
8. Ensures residents with special diets receive appropriate food. Accommodates resident requests promptly.
9. Demonstrates proper safety and sanitation techniques as part of the work.
10. Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all employees within the community as directed by the leadership team.
11. 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

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