Culinary Float Weekends

Culinary Float

Cassia, a nonprofit, senior living organization, has a rare opportunity for a Culinary Float to join our team and float between four different cities with possible travel to other areas based on needs. You will be floating between Buffalo MN, Dassel MN, Maple Plain MN, and Plymouth MN. This is a great opportunity to continue growing your career while sharing your expertise at multiple locations. As a Culinary Float, you will provide full-scope, hands-on cooking preparation and production of high-quality culinary dishes to our residents and guests in a timely manner. You will bring your expertise to our five locations and help ensure that culinary standards are maintained.

Position Type: Part-Time, working every other weekend Wage Range: $30/hour Locations: Park View Care Center: 200 Park Ln, Buffalo, MN 55313 Lake Ridge Care Center: 310 Lake Blvd S, Buffalo, MN 55313 Haven Homes: 4848 Gateway Blvd, Maple Plain, MN 55359 Lakeside Generations: 439 William Avenue East, Dassel MN 55325 Cornerstone: 3750 Lawndale Ln N, Plymouth MN, 55446

Culinary Float Responsibilities:

• Floats between MN Cassia Communities filling in for open chef and culinary positions; shifts and schedule will vary week-to-week and may require last minute changes based on emergency culinary needs

Prepare & Serve Meals

• Prepares recipes utilizing appropriate ingredients to ensure a fine dining experience for residents and guests
• Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards at all times
• Meets organizational and regulatory expectations, including sanitation, food preparation, menus, nutrition, and documentation

Support Team Members

• Participates directly in daily kitchen operations in multiple communities: cooking, serving, and cleaning under the direction of the Director of Culinary Services
• Perform other duties as assigned

Maintain Food Safety & Sanitation Standards

• Strictly adheres to safety and sanitation guidelines
• Knowledge of special diets provided and served correctly per our policy and procedure
• Serves as the subject matter expert for emergency operating procedures and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for the kitchen and dining areas

Culinary Float Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of commercial cooking experience in a restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience required!
• Certificate from an accredited culinary arts school preferred.
• Valid Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Certificate or ability to pass course once employed.
• Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Cassia Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Pet Insurance
• Flexibility
• Career growth opportunities

About Us: Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. Located in Edina, MN, our home office supports a network of senior living communities and services across Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, Colorado, and Florida. Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. At Cassia we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!