Part-Time Cook for Senior Living — Growth & Benefits

Saint Therese; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA / FSA options

Employer-paid Life Insurance

PTO and sick time

403(b) with employer match

Tuition discounts and scholarships

PSLF Eligible Employer

Employee discount program

Pet insurance

Same Day Pay

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Saint Therese is hiring a Part-Time Cook to prepare high-quality meals for residents at the Oxbow Lake campus. You will ensure adherence to state and local food codes, and collaborate with the care team to deliver nutritious, properly presented meals.

The role requires experience in cooking for diverse diets, strong food safety practices, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen while engaging with residents and staff. Flexible hours and weekend work are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional culinary experience.
• Experience in nutrition or specialized diets (mechanical, pureed, low-sodium, diabetic diets etc.).
• Experience cooking in front of guests, with strong customer engagement skills.
• Experience working in high-pressure environments while maintaining quality and presentation.
• Ability to read English and follow dietary cards, menus and production sheets.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to communicate through English oral and written skills.
• Background in menu development and dietary accommodations (allergies, restrictions, and preferences).
• Strong understanding of food safety protocols and kitchen sanitation.
• Exceptional cooking skills with an ability to execute high-quality meals consistently.
• Ability to plan, prep, and execute multiple meals daily without compromising quality.
• Capable of adjusting menus based on ingredient availability and client preferences.
• Keeps a well-maintained, organized, and hygienic workspace at all times.
• Can work independently, meet deadlines, and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• When working with support staff, must be able to delegate effectively while maintaining a positive team dynamic by working along with the nursing staff.
• Willingness to adjust to flexible hours based on client needs.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality meals for residents, meeting state/local codes and best practices.
• Prepare hot and cold meals; clean equipment and maintain kitchen operations.
• Manage food service events and general cleaning tasks to keep a clean workspace.
• Support residents across care settings and collaborate with the care team.

Skills

Professional culinary experience

Customer engagement

Read English

Team collaboration

High-pressure environment

Menu development

Food safety

Independent work

Delegation

Flexible hours

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Saint Therese is hiring a Part-Time Cook to prepare high-quality meals for residents at the Oxbow Lake campus. You will ensure adherence to state and local food codes, and collaborate with the care team to deliver nutritious, properly presented meals.

The role requires experience in cooking for diverse diets, strong food safety practices, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen while engaging with residents and staff. Flexible hours and weekend work are part of the schedule.