Culinary Head Cook

Country Manor•Sartell, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Head Cook works alongside the Director of Culinary Operations to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring delicious meals, efficient workflows, and the highest standards of food safety. This role involves leading and supporting the culinary team, partnering on menu planning and inventory, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The position also includes covering cook shifts as needed and performing other duties to support efficient culinary operations.

Requirements

Experience in food preparation, meal planning, food safety, and kitchen operations.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a culinary or food service setting.
Knowledge of food safety, infection control, OSHA guidelines, and state and federal long-term care regulations.
Proficient with computers.
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively, adapt to changing priorities, and provide excellent customer service to residents, families, and team members.
Current Food Manager Certification or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Long-term care experience preferred.
Experience with IDDSI standards and MealTracker preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the daily operations of the culinary team, ensuring high-quality meal preparation, service, and sanitation.
Supervise, train, mentor, and schedule cooks while promoting safe food handling, IDDSI standards, and quality food presentation.
Partner with the Director of Culinary Operations on menu planning, special diets, inventory, purchasing, budgeting, and special events.
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, sanitation standards, temperature monitoring, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance.
Maintain adequate food, beverage, and supply inventory using proper storage and FIFO practices.
Monitor resident satisfaction, support continuous quality improvement, and assist with staff education, performance evaluations, and department meetings.
Cover cook shifts as needed and perform other duties to support efficient culinary operations.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
FSA/HSA with employer contribution
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary pre-tax benefits, including Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, and Hospital Confinement Insurance
Voluntary after-tax benefits, including Short-Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Term Life Insurance, and Whole Life Insurance
401(k) program with an employer match of up to 4%
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Longevity bonuses
Year-end appreciation gifts and routine wage increases
Annual Staff Appreciation Week featuring large prizes, a grand celebration, and more
Consistent recognition efforts throughout the year
Excellent advancement opportunities across more than 20 unique departments
Corporate Perks Program, including discounts on shopping, restaurants, gym memberships, haircuts, and more
15% off tuition through partnership with Rasmussen University
Access to thousands of nationwide discounts on attractions, memberships, travel, and more through TicketsAtWork