Culinary Float

Cassia • Buffalo, MN

1d • $28 - $30

About The Position

Cassia, a nonprofit, senior living organization, has a rare opportunity for a Culinary Float to join our team and float between 4 different cities with possible travel to other areas based on needs. You will be floating between Buffalo MN, Dassel MN, Maple Plain MN, and Plymouth MN. This is a great opportunity to continue growing your career while sharing your expertise at multiple locations.

As a Culinary Float, you will provide a full-scope, hands-on cooking preparation and production of high-quality culinary dishes to our residents and guests in a timely manner. You will bring your expertise to our 5 locations and help ensure that culinary standards are maintained.
Position Type: Full-Time, benefits eligible position working a varying schedule including 4 weekend days a month

Requirements

• 1-2 years of commercial cooking experience in a restaurant/ senior living or equivalent cooking experience required!
• Valid Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Certificate or ability to pass course once employed.
• Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Certificate from an accredited culinary arts school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Floats between MN Cassia Communities filling in for open chef and culinary positions; shifts and schedule will vary week-to-week and may require last minute changes based on emergency culinary needs
• Prepare & Serve Meals
• Prepares recipes utilizing appropriate ingredients to ensure a fine dining experience for residents and guests
• Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards at all times
• Meets organizational and regulatory expectations, including sanitation, food preparation, menus, nutrition, and documentation
• Support Team Members
• Participates directly in daily kitchen operations in multiple communities: cooking, serving and cleaning under the direction of the Director of Culinary Services
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Maintain Food Safety & Sanitation Standards
• Strictly adheres to safety and sanitation guidelines
• Knowledge of special diets provided and served correctly per our Policy and Procedure
• Serves as the subject matter expert for emergency operating procedures and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for the kitchen and dining areas

Benefits

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Pet Insurance
• Flexibility
• Career growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed