Cook, Part-Time

Ecumen; Apple Valley (MN); Presencial; USD 27.000 - 32.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Ecumen Seasons at Apple Valley is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents, families and staff while honoring dietary needs. The role emphasizes safety, sanitation and adherence to facility policies, with an opportunity to contribute to menu planning and special events.

The position offers a flexible schedule, competitive pay, and a benefits-oriented environment that supports professional growth within a nonprofit senior living provider.

Formación

• Must be 17 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written.
• Ability to follow safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility, including HIPAA and other safety policies.
• Preferred: Serv Safe certification or equivalent.
• Preferred: Certified Food Protection Manager.

Responsabilidades

• Preps, cooks and serves meals to residents and guests.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment and reports shortages.
• Follows recipes and portion controls; manages leftovers.
• Maintains clean, sanitary, organized work area and safe food handling.
• Assists with stocking groceries and rotates stock to ensure freshness.
• Supports events and activities with adequate product and labor.

Conocimientos

Verbal & written communication

Safety procedures

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

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 Apple Valley consists of 106 independent living and assisted living rental apartment homes, as well as 28 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:

• Part-Time
  • Shifts: 9:30am-6:00pm & 2:00pm-6:00pm
  • 32 hours bi-weekly
  • Position works every Wednesday (9:30am-6:00pm) and every Friday/Saturday (2:00pm-6:00pm).

Pay:

• The targeted pay range for this job is $19.50 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 part-time team members including vision, flexible spending 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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