Prep Cook

Prep Cook

Location: Guardian Angels By The Lake - Elk River, MN

Salary Range: $19.24 - $21.58 / Hour (Based on Experience)

Job ID: 3320

Proudly recognized as a 2026 Star Tribune Top Workplace , Guardian Angels is committed to creating an exceptional environment for both our employees and the seniors and families we serve.

Position Summary:

The Prep Cook is responsible for providing means and maintaining standards of kitchen cleanliness. The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing meals according to menus, meetings meal schedules and serving proper quality and quantity of food.


Schedule:

• 10am - 6:30pm
• Part Time position working 64 hours per pay period
• Must be availalble every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and holiday.

Job Duties:

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner, under the direction of the Dietary Manager or 1st cook.
• Ensures and assists with proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified times.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety and cleaning schedules.
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Insures all food in refrigerator, freezer and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Assist in checking and storing incoming food and supplies.
• Coordinates work of Dietary Aides and volunteers to insure meals are timely and enjoyable.
• Assists with moping kitchen floor and vacuums designated area. Properly disposes of refuse.
• Assumes responsibility for kitchen operations and handles all situations in the kitchen according to policy, when Culinary Manager and 1st Cook are not available. This includes: ordering supplies, receiving and signing in the supplies, along with storing them.
• Efficiently uses time to complete assigned work.
• Follows procedures for closing down and locking up for the night.
• To assist in providing a dignified, respectful, resident-centered environment for residents.
• Follows universal precautions, facility infection control guidelines, sanitation and safety standards of practice in all work and activities.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• One to two years quantity cooking experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written (read, write) communication skills.
• Self-motivated, ability to prioritize.
• Maintains good attendance and punctuality.

Benefits Include:
Competitive wages with credit for experience. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA) - 3:1 Employer Match, 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, Employer Paid Short-Term Disability, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Paid Time Off/ESST, 11 Holidays, $1,000 Referral Bonus, Employee Support Program (EMPOWER), and Free Gym Membership - Club GA & Gym 365 Locations. All benefits are subject to the eligibility requirements of each benefit plan.

Mission:
Guardian Angels provides exceptional health care, housing and supportive services to seniors and their families in the spirit of Christ's love


About Guardian Angels:
Guardian Angels Senior Services is a trusted provider committed to the well-being of seniors through a range of specialized offerings. With a focus on personalized care, our dedicated team ensures that individual needs and preferences are met with compassion and expertise.
We serve more than 3,000 individuals and their families each year in the communities of Albertville, Becker, Elk River, Otsego and Zimmerman. We are blessed with a dedicated, compassionate staff of approximately 500, as well as hundreds of volunteers, members of the Friends of GA and loyal donors.

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