Prep Cook/Cook - Sauk Rapids Campus

The Good Shepherd Community; Sauk Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Safe & Sick Time Off

Health Insurance for Employee

401K with Company Match

Employee Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Op

Job summary

The Good Shepherd Community in Sauk Rapids, MN is seeking a Prep Cook to support the dietary team and prepare high-quality meals for tenants. Your role includes following menus, maintaining safe food-handling practices, and contributing to a positive dining experience each day.

We offer generous benefits and opportunities to work with a supportive team in a care-focused environment. This casual, day-shift position emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and reliable food service experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Previous experience in food preparation or work with the elderly preferred.
• Ability to work as a team member and resolve problems constructively.
• One year of instructional food service or equivalent food prep/cooking experience.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals per the established menus to meet dietary needs.
• Assist with ordering and stocking food and supplies.
• Manage inventory with proper rotation and dating.
• Maintain clean, sanitary production area and waste disposal procedures.
• Update tenant menu boards for accurate communication.
• Assist the Food Service Manager in supervising dietary staff.

Skills

Communication

Food preparation

Teamwork

Experience in food service

Math & computer skills

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Good Shepherd Lutheran Home - Sauk Rapids, MN 56379, Position Type: Casual, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $17.00 - $21.04 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day Shift, Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service, Do you have strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering excellent culinary service? Join the Shepherd of Grace Dietary team as a Prep Cook and help support the nutritional wellbeing of the individuals we serve. In this rewarding role, you’ll prepare high-quality meals, maintain safe food-handling practices, and contribute to a positive dining experience every day. Along with joining a supportive team, Good Shepherd offers a generous benefits package.

Prep Cook Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to established menus to meet tenants’ dietary and nutritional needs
• Assist with ordering food and supplies, ensuring the kitchen remains well-stocked and organized
• Manage food inventory, including sorting, labeling, and dating items for proper rotation and safety
• Maintain a clean and sanitary food production area, following proper sanitization and waste disposal procedures
• Update and maintain tenant menu boards to ensure clear, accurate communication
• Support the Food Service Manager by assisting with the supervision and coordination of dietary staff

Prep Cook Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (Part-Time/Full-Time Eligible)
• Earned Safe & Sick Time Off
• FREE Option for Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance for Employee (Full-Time Eligible)
• 401K with Company Match
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Opportunities

Qualifications: Prep Cook Qualifications

• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
• Previous experience in food preparation or work with the elderly preferred
• Ability to work as a team member and resolve problems constructively
• One year of instructional food service or equivalent food prep/cooking experience
• Basic math and computer skills

Keywords: Cook, Cooking, Dietary, Nutritional Services, Culinary, Food Preparation, Food Services