Cook - Part Time

PACS•Ramsey, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Cook – Assisted Living Community Make food that matters. Cook with purpose. Do you love cooking for others and want your work to actually mean something? At Columbia Place Assisted Living, our kitchen is the heart of the community — and we’re looking for a Cook who takes pride in creating delicious, comforting meals that bring joy to our residents every single day. This isn’t fast food or a faceless kitchen job. You’ll know the people you’re cooking for, see their reactions, and be part of a team that truly cares. What You’ll Do Prepare flavorful, well-balanced meals for residents in a clean, safe, and organized kitchen Cook a variety of foods in large quantities while following established menus and portion guidelines Accurately prepare therapeutic diets and texture-modified meals Ensure food is attractively presented and appealing to residents Record meal and food temperatures to meet safety standards Maintain sanitizer buckets and follow all cleaning and sanitation schedules Assist with meal service and keep serving carts clean and organized Properly clean and maintain commercial kitchen equipment Work collaboratively with dietary, care, and leadership teams Help orient and train new dietary staff Communicate resident concerns or observations to leadership as needed Follow all federal, state, and company policies and procedures What We’re Looking For A positive, team-oriented cook who enjoys working with others Someone who can both lead when needed and take direction well Attention to detail — especially with special diets and food safety Pride in keeping a clean, organized kitchen A genuine desire to make meals enjoyable and meaningful for seniors Physical Requirements This role is active and hands-on. You’ll be: Standing and walking frequently Lifting up to 50 lbs Reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and occasionally kneeling Using vision, taste, and smell frequently as part of cooking and food prep Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Why Work With Us? Your work directly impacts residents’ daily happiness and quality of life Supportive leadership and a team-first culture A stable, mission-driven environment A chance to cook with heart — not just speed If you’re looking for a cooking job where your skills are appreciated and your work truly matters, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help make every meal something our residents look forward to. 🍽️❤️ PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Requirements

A positive, team-oriented cook who enjoys working with others
Someone who can both lead when needed and take direction well
Attention to detail — especially with special diets and food safety
Pride in keeping a clean, organized kitchen
A genuine desire to make meals enjoyable and meaningful for seniors

Responsibilities

Prepare flavorful, well-balanced meals for residents in a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
Cook a variety of foods in large quantities while following established menus and portion guidelines
Accurately prepare therapeutic diets and texture-modified meals
Ensure food is attractively presented and appealing to residents
Record meal and food temperatures to meet safety standards
Maintain sanitizer buckets and follow all cleaning and sanitation schedules
Assist with meal service and keep serving carts clean and organized
Properly clean and maintain commercial kitchen equipment
Work collaboratively with dietary, care, and leadership teams
Help orient and train new dietary staff
Communicate resident concerns or observations to leadership as needed
Follow all federal, state, and company policies and procedures