Cook (PT/FT)

PACS•Ramsey, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

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