Cook/Chef - Concordia Language Villages
About The Position
At Concordia Language Villages, food is an integral part of the immersive cultural experience. The Culinary Arts team researches authentic recipes and prepares traditional dishes from around the world, allowing learners to experience language and culture through every meal. This role offers an opportunity for an experienced chef or a talented cook looking to grow into a leadership role within a collaborative culinary team that values creativity, cultural curiosity, teamwork, and continuous learning. The position supports the immersive educational mission by preparing and serving culturally authentic meals. Depending on experience and qualifications, responsibilities may include food preparation, menu planning, kitchen leadership, staff training, and scheduling. Successful candidates may be hired into either a Cook or Sous Chef position.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least six months of related culinary experience.
- Ability to read and write.
- Ability to work a varied schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Quantity cooking experience.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience working with diverse populations and communities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Supervisory experience and/or demonstrated leadership abilities.
- Four or more years of related culinary experience (for Sous Chef consideration).
- Menu planning and ordering experience (for Sous Chef consideration).
- Experience supervising or leading kitchen staff (for Sous Chef consideration).
- Culinary degree, bachelor's degree, or other food industry certifications (for Sous Chef consideration).
- Extensive commercial or large-volume cooking experience (for Sous Chef consideration).
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve culturally authentic meals.
- Maintain food quality, safety, and sanitation.
- Support menu preparation and production planning.
- Help create memorable dining experiences.
- Collaborate with fellow culinary staff.
- Train and support team members as appropriate.
- Contribute to a positive kitchen culture.
- May provide leadership responsibilities based on experience and assigned role.
- Help bring cultures to life through authentic food.
- Collaborate with language communities.
- Support immersive educational programming.
- Maintain inventory.
- Support ordering and production.
- Keep kitchen organized.
- Complete records.
- Perform other duties based on the needs of other departments within Concordia Language Villages and Concordia College as assigned.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Preventative Chiropractic Program
- Retirement Plan
- Long-Term Disability Insurance (full-time only)
- Life Insurance (full-time only)
- Eligible for Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave
- 13 Paid holidays including the time off between Christmas and New Year's
- Up to 100% tuition with discounts and scholarships for yourself and dependents at Concordia College and Concordia Language Villages
- Up to 50% tuition discount for dependents with Oak Grove Lutheran Schools
- Up to 100% tuition discounts for dependents with participating partners: CIC-TEP, ELCA schools, and Tuition Exchange Inc.
- Access to athletic facilities, library, fitness classes, athletic events, theatre events, purchase dining on campus, free MATbus rides
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
