Cook

Winona Health • Winona, MN

39d

About The Position

The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality and nutritional
food for patients, residents, caregivers, and visitors at Winona Health. This
position helps develop menus and recipes for delicious, quality food items
focusing on Winona Health’s wellness initiatives. This position must be flexible
to work in several positions with varied responsibilities. Must provide
excellent customer service to those we serve. Works well with fellow caregivers
to create a positive team environment.

Requirements

• High School/GED Equivalent required
• 1-2 years of quantity cooking in a healthcare setting preferred

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe or other nationally accredited food safety Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Works with the culinary team to provide high-quality foods for patients, residents, caregivers, and customers.
• Prepare special items for patients/customers with dietary restrictions (i.e. gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, etc.)
• Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing food items for consumption.
• Operates a variety of kitchen equipment to prepare foods including ovens, fryers, steamers, and grills.
• Performs tasks using proper knife skills to cut, dice, and slice whole food items.
• Handles and prepares raw food items for service (chopping vegetables, cutting raw or cooked meats, preparing sauces, baking)
• Utilize leftover food appropriately to minimize waste.
• Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains work areas including coolers and freezers.
• Follows and understands production records.
• Follows, understands, and can scale recipes
• Maintains required regulatory and HACCP documentation
• Understands and abides by industry standards for food safety practices
• Assists with catering events as needed.
• Assists with menu development for a wide range of customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
• Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
• Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
• Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED