Culinary Prep Cook/Inventory Control
About The Position
Country Manor is seeking a part-time Culinary Prep Cook/Inventory Control team member to prepare food and help provide a high-quality dining experience for residents in a long-term care setting. The role is responsible for daily food production and preparation, following menus and facility standards, and ensuring food is appealing, palatable, and ready for scheduled meal service. The cook also helps maintain proper food storage and inventory practices, including putting orders away and using FIFO procedures. The position works as part of the culinary team while independently managing time and station responsibilities. The schedule is flexible, with hours ranging from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; the posting also describes the schedule as four hours a day. Every other Friday, weekend, and holiday work is required. The position is based at Country Manor Campus in Sartell, Minnesota.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and ensure food is ready at specified meal-serving times.
- Ability to work independently, manage time and a station, and ensure food quality and timeliness.
- Comprehensive knowledge of food production, weights and measures, and recipe calculations.
- General knowledge of federal and state regulatory compliance.
- Adaptability and flexibility to perform varied assigned duties based on situational needs.
- Ability to function as a team member, including leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to handle ingredients including pork, chicken, beef, turkey, fruits, and vegetables.
- Availability to work every other Friday, weekend, and holiday.
Nice To Haves
- Experience cooking or preparing food in a long-term care facility or in a role involving frequent, large-scale catering.
- Experience with special textures and special diets (IDDSI).
- ServSafe certification.
- Knowledge of dating and labeling.
- Knowledge of FIFO and proper federal and state food-storage practices.
Responsibilities
- Follow safety procedures and policies, and provide instructions when applicable; remain familiar with departmental safety requirements, fire regulations, and emergency plans.
- Attend training and in-service opportunities.
- Prepare menu items that are attractive and palatable and comply with facility guidelines and Minnesota Department of Health requirements.
- Maintain freezers, coolers, and dry storage for proper food storage; put away orders using proper storage practices and FIFO.
- Maintain a pleasant work atmosphere for staff.
- Follow facility infection-control policies and practices, including handwashing, food storage, utensil cleaning, and safe food handling using tongs and gloves as appropriate.
- Sanitize food preparation areas, including sinks, garbage areas, storerooms, coolers, and freezers, and clean equipment such as grills, stoves, ovens, steamers, and steam tables.
- Maintain appropriate attendance, health, and hygiene according to departmental and position standards; arrive punctually for work and meetings and follow production schedules.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST).
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- FSA/HSA with employer contribution.
- Dependent Care Flexible Savings Account (DCFSA).
- Life insurance provided at no cost.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Voluntary pre-tax benefits options, including accident, cancer, and hospital confinement insurance.
- Voluntary after-tax benefits options, including short-term disability, critical illness, term-life, and whole-life insurance.
- 401(k) program with employer match of up to 4%.
- Employee Assistance Program offering confidential well-being resources, legal services, and financial wellness consultations.
- Longevity bonuses.
- Year-end appreciation gifts and routine wage increases.
- Annual staff appreciation week and ongoing recognition efforts.
- Advancement opportunities across more than 20 departments.
- On-site amenities, including employee discounts at various campus businesses and services.
- Discounted child care at Kids Country, located on the Country Manor Campus.
- Corporate Perks Program discounts at local businesses and on services.
- 15% tuition discount through a partnership with Rasmussen University.
- Access to discounts through TicketsAtWork.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
