What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at Ecumen?

The Cook is responsible for proper food prep, cooking and service of food while recognizing special diets, resident's dietary needs and requests. Maintains work area in proper order and follows established policies and procedures of the facility while demonstrating high levels of service. Complies with all federal and state regulations.

About Us :

Ecumen Lakeview Commons consists of 82 assisted living rental apartment homes, as well as 16 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services and is in Maplewood, Minnesota. Lakeview Commons has beautiful views of our wooded backyard and beautiful Beaver Lake.

Ecumen, a Minnesota based non-profit, is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs.

Opportunity Details :

Schedule :

Full-Time
Mixture of Shift : 10 : 30am-7 : 00pm (Saturday / Sunday) & 10 : 30am-6 : 00pm (weekdays)
72 hours / pay period
Position will work every Fri / Mon / Thurs and every other Tues / Wed / Sat / Sun.

Pay :

The targeted pay range for this job is $19.50 to $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 full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits (PTO and Sick & Safe Time), 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 :

Provides exemplary service to our residents, families and guests, ensuring all feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service.

Preps, prepares, cooks and serves meals to residents, families, guests and employees. Properly operates and maintains all equipment in the food preparation area. Reports production shortages / overages to the supervisor immediately.

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.

Maintains adequate inventory of food and supplies notifying supervisor if they are missing something.

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. Assists with stock and putting away groceries as directed.

Partners with department leaders to maintain awareness of facility special events and activities to ensure adequate product and labor are available.

Ensures residents with special diets receive appropriate food. Accommodates resident requests promptly.

Demonstrates proper safety and sanitation techniques as part of the work.

Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all employees within the community as directed by the leadership team.

Cook Minimum Required Qualifications :

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

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Salary : $20 - $23

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