Cook, Part-Time

Ecumen; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 25,485 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

6% 401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ecumen is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare and serve meals in a resident-centered dining program in Apple Valley, Minnesota. The role emphasizes adherence to dietary needs, safe food handling, and excellent service in a community setting.

The position offers two shift patterns: 1:30pm–6:00pm and 9:30am–6:00pm on Thursdays with additional Friday/Saturday hours, totaling 36–48 bi-weekly hours. The pay ranges from $18.50 to $22.00 per hour.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides exemplary service to residents, families and guests.
• Preps, cooks and serves meals to residents and guests.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment; reports shortages to supervisor.
• Maintains inventory of food and supplies and keeps work area clean and sanitary.
• Follows recipes and guidelines for portion control and leftovers.
• Ensures residents with special diets receive appropriate foods and accommodations.

Skills

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

Opportunity Details

Schedule

• Part-Time
  • Shift: 1:30pm-6:00pm
  • Position works every Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
  • 36 hours bi-weekly
• Part-Time
  • Shift: 9:30am-6:00pm (Thursdays) & 6:00am-2:30pm (Fridays/Saturdays)
  • Position works every Thursday, Friday & Saturday
  • 48 hours bi-weekly

Pay

• The targeted pay range for this job is $18.50 to $22.00 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 dental, 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/ .

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
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Previous senior care experience
• Serv Safe certification or equivalent
• Certified Food Protection Manager

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