Cook - Becker Campus

The Good Shepherd Community•Becker, MN

6d•$16 - $24

About The Position

Are you a self-motivated person with a flexible schedule and a passion for delivering exceptional culinary services? Join the Shepherd of Grace Dietary team as needed a Casual Catering Assistant / Prep Cook / Cook and make a meaningful difference. In this role, you’ll help support the nutritional well-being of the individuals we serve—providing meals that are not only delicious, but prepared with care and compassion. As part of the Good Shepherd Community, you'll work alongside a dedicated dietary team and enjoy a variety of generous benefits. This position primarily provides coverage for vacations, sick days, and other events as needed. Catering Assistant / Prep Cook / Cook Schedule Candidates must be available to work a variety of shifts, including: Catering Assistant 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM Prep Cook 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM Cook 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Will participate in the holiday rotation Catering Assistant / Prep Cook / Cook Wage Ranges Catering Assistant: $16.25 – $20.29 per hour Prep Cook: $17.00 – $21.04 per hour Cook: $19.50 – $24.35 per hour

Requirements

Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing
Ability to wok as a team member and resolve problem situations constructively

Nice To Haves

MN Food Protection Manager certificate preferred
One year experience as a cook preparing food in a long-term care setting preferred

Responsibilities

Receive tenants’ meal orders and submit them to the kitchen
Serve food and beverages during scheduled mealtimes
Transport meals from the main kitchen to campus dining rooms
Clean and sanitize kitchen and dining areas
Wash and store dishes, utensils, and cooking/serving equipment
Prepare and package home-delivered meals for community clients
Update and maintain menu boards for tenants
Prepare and serve meals according to established menus to meet tenants’ dietary and nutritional needs
Assist with ordering food and supplies, ensuring the kitchen remains well-stocked and organized
Manage food inventory, including sorting, labeling, and dating items for proper rotation and safety
Maintain a clean and sanitary food production area, following proper sanitization and waste disposal procedures
Update and maintain tenant menu boards to ensure clear, accurate communication
Support the Food Service Manager by assisting with the supervision and coordination of dietary staff
Prepare and serve meals according to menu guidelines, ensuring residents’ nutritional needs are met
Assist with ordering food and supplies as needed
Monitor and record food temperatures; verify quality prior to service
Maintain organized inventory by properly sorting, labeling, and dating food and supplies
Uphold a clean and safe kitchen environment through proper sanitation and waste disposal practices
Oversee the sanitation of kitchen areas, equipment, and food service spaces
Update and maintain menu boards for residents
Support the Food Service Manager with hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising dietary staff