Cook Lead

Cook Lead

The Cook Lead is responsible for proper food prep, cooking and service of food while recognizing special diets, resident's dietary needs and requests. This position is also responsible for maintaining work areas in proper order and following established policies and procedures of the facility while demonstrating high levels of service. Point of contact in support of the Leadership Team.

Ecumen Oaks & Pines is hiring a Cook Lead in Hutchinson, MN. Ecumen Oaks consists of 32 assisted living rental apartment homes as well as 9 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services, and Ecumen Pines offers 50 assisted living residences. Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Schedule: Full-Time. Both Day and Evening shifts - various shifts from 6am-2:30pm and 10am-6:30pm. Every other weekend and holiday. Occasional On-call support to help take dietary staffing calls.

Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $21.50 - $25.00 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 full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Provides exemplary service to our residents, families and guests, ensuring all feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service.
2. Preps, prepares, cooks and serves meals to residents, families, guests and employees. Properly operates and maintains all equipment in the food preparation area.
3. Accurately follows directions and recipes. Ability to convert recipes for various size groups. Follows production guidelines for best product usage, portion control and use of leftovers.
4. Maintains adequate inventory of food and supplies and assists with inventory process as directed.
5. Point of contact for dining staff in support of the Leadership Team. Gives direction as needed and reports to the supervisor.
6. Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area. Products will be labeled, dated and rotated ensuring an adequate, fresh inventory of food and supplies.
7. Partners with department leaders to maintain awareness of facility special events, and activities to ensure adequate product and labor are available.
8. Ensures residents with special diets receive appropriate food. Accommodates resident requests promptly.
9. Demonstrates proper safety and sanitation techniques as part of the work.
10. Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all employees within the community as directed by the leadership team.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Certified Food Protection Manager in accordance with MN Department of Health or eligible within 90-days of hire
• Commercial kitchen experience
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment
• 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:

• Previous senior care experience
• Culinary training, certification or degree
• Leadership experience

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