Cook, Full-Time

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Job summary

Ecumen Countryside in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Cook to handle food prep, cooking and service while accommodating resident dietary needs. You’ll maintain clean work areas and follow facility policies to ensure high service levels for residents and visitors.

The role offers full-time hours with 6:30am-3:00pm or 10:30am-7:00pm shifts, 72 hours bi-weekly, and a competitive pay range. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life and disability insurance, PTO and a 6% 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Must be 17 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written.
• Follow all safety rules, regulations, and policies including HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, and OSHA.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary service to residents, families and guests.
• Prep, cook and serve meals; operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Follow recipes and directions; adjust for portion sizes and leftovers.
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies; notify supervisor if low.
• Keep work area clean, sanitary and organized; comply with regulations.
• Stock groceries; label, date and rotate inventory.
• Coordinate with department leaders for events and staffing.
• Ensure residents with special diets receive appropriate meals.
• Practice proper safety and sanitation techniques.
• Collaborate with others in a demanding environment; support team.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Food prep tools

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 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
• 72 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