Cook

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.

About Us: Ecumen Meadows in Worthington is hiring a Cook! Our community features 94 independent and assisted living apartments, plus 14 memory care residences. Join Ecumen, a nonprofit leader in senior housing and healthcare with over 160 years of experience. As Minnesota's 8th largest senior living provider, we're dedicated to exceptional care, innovation, and creating inclusive communities. Make a meaningful impact by supporting older adults every day.

Schedule: Part-Time 6:30am-3pm. 48 hours scheduled every 2 weeks. Every other weekend and holiday rotation.

Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $18.50 - $22.50 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/.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and serve meals while following recipes, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
2. Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and assist to manage food inventory.
3. Provide excellent service to residents, guests, and team members.
4. Support special dietary needs and respond to resident requests.
5. Assist with stocking, event prep, and team collaboration.
6. Perform other duties as needed.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Must be 16 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
• Commercial kitchen experience
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Previous senior care experience
• Serv Safe certification or equivalent
• Certified Food Protection Manager