Cook - Healing Center

Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC)•Prior Lake, MN

21h

About The Position

The Cook prepares and produces food for multiple business units within SMSC Tribal Government, including the SMSC Healing Center, Playworks Child Care Center, Playworks Café, Native Harvest, and meals for SMSC Community Members. The role covers kitchen operations such as food preparation, service, and cleanup, with an emphasis on the quality, safety, and consistency of raw and prepared products through proper storage, rotation, labeling, preparation, holding, and service. Cooks follow documented recipes and standardized procedures and apply USDA nutritional requirements and meal preparation standards. The position involves supporting several food service areas, assisting with preparation, inventory management, and production, and collaborating with teammates to keep meals on schedule and operations running smoothly. The schedule is 10-hour shifts, Wednesday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The hourly rate is $23.00. The job requires occasional nights and weekends based on business needs.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old and have 1–3 years of relevant cooking experience.
Have proven experience as a cook in à la carte kitchens, catering, or food and beverage settings.
Be skilled in using cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
Know a variety of cooking procedures, techniques, and kitchen methods.
Be able to work occasional nights and weekends based on business needs.
Be able to follow sanitation and food safety procedures.
Pass a background check, work physical, and drug test.
Have a valid Class D driver’s license and a good driving record.
Be able to perform required job duties, with or without accommodations, including being on your feet 100% of the time.
Be able to handle and lift up to 60 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned tasks to support SMSC Food Services operations and quality standards.
Prepare, cook, and deliver meals according to established recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines.
Store, rotate, and label food properly to maintain freshness and safety.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety, including washing dishes, pots, and pans; sweeping and mopping floors; disposing of trash and compostables; and completing assigned deep-cleaning projects.
Support food service operations across the SMSC Healing Center, Native Harvest Catering, and other internal units as directed by Senior Leadership.
Assist with preparation, inventory management, and food production to ensure meals are ready on schedule and meet nutritional and quality standards.
Collaborate with team members to maintain workflow and address operational challenges.
Follow sanitation, safety, and USDA nutritional guidelines.
Assist other SMSC Food Service areas as needed.