Health Care Food Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Healthcare Cook / Food Preperation - Join our large Senior Living Facility! Weekly Pay: $22-25/hr

Job Description: Shift Time 11:30AM-8:00PM Mon-Fri

We are seeking a dedicated Healthcare Cook to join our team in Shakopee, MN. This full-time position involves preparing meals in a healthcare and Senior living environment, adhering to specific menus and dietary requirements. The role requires the ability to prepare modified diets, including pureed and ground foods, and ensure meals meet residents' dietary restrictions. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in healthcare, Senior living, or a similar environment, and be able to obtain a Certified Food Protection Manager certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to specific menus and dietary requirements.
• Ensure quality and portion control in food preparation.
• Create visually appealing food presentations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
• Ensure food is stored properly and safely.
• Follow safe food handling policies, procedures, and recipes.
• Collaborate with the dining team to ensure accurate meal preparation and service.
• Adhere to resident dietary needs and restrictions.

Essential Skills

• Experience in food service and preparation.
• Ability to work as a line cook or chef.
• Proficiency in tray line and dishwashing duties.
• Strong hospitality skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certified Food Protection Manager certification (obtainable within 30 days of hire).
• Experience in healthcare, elderly living, or similar environments.
• Creative food presentation skills.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy consistent schedules with reasonable hours compared to typical restaurant environments that may require late-night shifts. Leadership values communication and offers flexibility for personal commitments, such as school or daycare drop-offs. Team members are not expected to work excessive hours as long as scheduling needs are communicated in advance. This position offers opportunities for growth and advancement, as well as a supportive environment that understands work-life balance while maintaining accountability.

Work Environment

Located within a Elderly living community serving approximately 135 residents, this position involves working closely with the dining team to ensure meals are prepared accurately and served according to resident dietary needs. The environment is team-oriented and resident-focused, offering opportunities for growth and development.

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shakopee, MN.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Shakopee,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.