Cook - PRN

Good Samaritan; Pine River (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time-off package

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Pine River seeks a culinary staff member for food preparation and service. Responsibilities include cooking, sanitation, and adhering to HACCP guidelines. The ideal candidate must possess strong communication skills and some culinary experience. The role offers competitive pay of $18.00 – $23.50 per hour and a supportive work environment with multiple employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of applicable experience preferred; on-job training provided.
• ServSafe certification may be required depending on location.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble baked goods, cook and season food.
• Adhere to food quality standards including sanitation.
• Document HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes.

Skills

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to follow recipes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Facility: GSS MN Pine River (518 Jefferson Ave, Pine River, MN 56474, USA)

Shift: Varies (PRN) – Weekly Hours: Varies, Salary: $18.00 – $23.50 per hour.

Job Summary

Prepares, assembles baked goods, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff and visitors. Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation, performs washing and cleaning duties to ensure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas, maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment and machinery, and provides the highest quality and safest food possible. Works with many internal customers, requiring above‑average communication and excellent teamwork skills. Follows standardized recipes and Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines, documents HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes, and operates a range of kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble baked goods, cook, season and portion food.
• Adhere to food quality standards (appearance, taste, temperature, sanitation).
• Perform washing and cleaning duties to maintain sanitation.
• Maintain labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery.
• Follow standardized recipes and HACCP guidelines.
• Document HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes.
• Operate kitchen equipment (mixers, slicers, ovens, fryers, etc.).
• Work independently when necessary and perform basic math.
• Read and understand recipes.
• Be on feet for the majority of the day and walk long distances.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral + written directions.
• Basic math skills.
• Minimum six months of applicable experience preferred; on‑job training provided.
• ServSafe certification may be required depending on location.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required.
• Valid driver’s license may be required depending on location.
• Fulfill annual continuing education and mandatory in‑services.

Benefits

The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full‑time and part‑time employees, including health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits and a generous time‑off package.

The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer (M/F/Disability/Vet). If you have a disability and need accommodations with your application, call 1‑877‑673‑0854 or email [e-mail].

Drug‑free workplace policy: an accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening as a condition of employment.