Cook - Woodland - FT - Day Shift

Good Samaritan Society; Brainerd, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Brainerd, MN seeks a full-time cook to prepare and serve meals for residents, staff and visitors. The role requires adherence to HACCP guidelines, strong teamwork, and the ability to follow menus and recipes in a fast-paced kitchen.

The position offers a 32-hour weekly schedule with day shifts, potential weekend work, and a sign-on bonus for eligible applicants. A compassionate, Christian-based, community-focused workplace awaits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.
• Minimum of six months of applicable experience preferred.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required depending upon location requirements.
• Valid Driver's License may be required depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble baked goods, cook, season and portion food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors.
• Adhere to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation; follow HACCP guidelines.
• Maintain labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery; operate equipment safely.
• Work with internal customers and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork.
• Follow standardized recipes and production sheets for daily menus.
• Stand for long periods and be able to walk distances within the facility.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: Gss Mn Brainerd Wdld
Location: Brainerd, MN
Address: 100 Buffalo Hills Ln W, Brainerd, MN 56401, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 32.00
Salary Range: $19.25 - $23.50
Pay Info: $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Department Details

Good Samaritan – Woodland is a 42-bed long-term skilled care and transitional care facility located in Brainerd, Minnesota, in an area known as "The Heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area".

• Full Time – 64 Hours a bi-weekly pay period

• Day/Evening Shift – 5:30am to 2:00pm, 6:30am to 3:00pm and 11:30am to 8:00pm

• Every Other Weekend and Rotating Holidays

• Additional weekend incentive of $1.25 an hour

• Additional shift incentive of $1.25 for any hours worked from 6:00pm to 6:00am

• Sign-on Bonus (if eligibility requirements are met)

• Previous cooking experience

Job Summary

Prepares, assemble baked goods, cooks, seasons and portions food for patients/residents, staff, and visitors of the designated facility, preparing and serving food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements. Adheres to food quality standards of appearance, taste, temperature and sanitation. Performs washing and cleaning duties to insure sanitation and cleanliness in cooking and serving areas. Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery. Prepares and provides the highest quality and safest food possible to patients/residents, co-workers, team members and guests.

Works with many internal customers, requiring above average communication as well as excellent team work skills.

Displays ability to cook, function and thrive in a dynamic and changing culinary environment. Follows standardized recipes and Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines to prepare, store and use food and food products. Documents HACCP steps, temperatures and outcomes to assure the safest food possible while following production sheets for daily and weekly menus. Operates equipment such as, but not limited to, mixers, slicers, kettles, combination ovens, food grinders, food processors, ovens, stovetops, induction burners, grills, deep fat fryers, knives, dishwashers, garbage disposals, refrigerators and freezers.

Possesses ability to work independently when necessary. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Exhibits understanding of basic math to appropriately measure alongside displaying proficiency in reading and understanding recipes. Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances throughout the hospital.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math. Minimum of six months of applicable experience preferred. On-the-job training will be provided.

Depending upon location of hire, Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame. Additional endorsements to Serv Safe may be required depending upon location. Fulfill annual continuing education requirements of the department and facility including departmental meetings, safety education and mandatory in-services.

Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required depending upon location requirements.

Depending on location, may be required to drive. Valid Driver's License may be required.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0266199
Job Function: Facilities and General Services
Featured: No