Culinary Team Mentor

Country Manor•Sartell, MN

3d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Culinary Team Mentor is an experienced and competent culinary staff member who is specifically selected to serve as a role model and resource for kitchen team members. This individual is responsible for providing hands-on, 1:1 training for new and existing staff, ensuring they are properly oriented to culinary operations, food safety standards, and quality expectations.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of food service experience, preferably in healthcare or senior living
Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safe food handling practices
Experience with modified and therapeutic diets preferred
Strong leadership, training, coaching, and mentoring abilities
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Professional, dependable, and organized with attention to detail
Ability to provide constructive feedback and reinforce expectations
Flexible and reliable with the ability to support various shifts
Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English
Ability to routinely pass knowledge assessments

Responsibilities

Orientation and training of staff in conjunction with Director of Culinary Services
Reinforce standardized procedures, safe food handling practices, infection control, and efficient workflow within the kitchen.
Support team members in developing skills, confidence, and consistency in their roles while promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
Complete the Culinary Department Training Checklist with each new employee.
Provide feedback to Director of Culinary Services regarding the progress of new staff members.
Train and supervise cleaning procedures for utensils, equipment and work areas.
Conduct routine safety inspections and culinary audits.
Instruct employees in equipment use and maintenance.
Other duties as assigned.

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 our partnership with Rasmussen University
Access to thousands of nationwide discounts on attractions, memberships, travel, and more through TicketsAtWork.