Dishwasher/Cook

Ecumen•Duluth, MN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Ecumen Lakeshore is seeking a Part-Time Cook/Dishwasher to join their team. This role involves preparing, cooking, and serving food while being mindful of special dietary needs and resident requests. The position requires maintaining a clean and organized work area, adhering to facility policies and procedures, and providing excellent customer service. The schedule includes 3 shifts per week (24 hours) with an every-other-weekend rotation. Ecumen is a leading nonprofit senior living provider with a long history of serving older adults and fostering inclusivity.

Requirements

Must be 16 years of age or older
Ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written
Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED
Commercial kitchen experience
Knowledge of kitchen equipment
Previous senior care experience
Serv Safe certification or equivalent
Certified Food Protection Manager

Responsibilities

Provides exemplary service to our residents, families and guests, ensuring all feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service.
Preps, prepares, cooks and serves meals to residents, families, guests and employees.
Properly operates and maintains all equipment in the food preparation area.
Reports production shortages/overages to the supervisor immediately.
Accurately follows directions and recipes.
Ability to convert recipes for various size groups.
Follows production guidelines for best product usage, portion control and use of leftovers.
Maintains adequate inventory of food and supplies notifying supervisor if they are missing something.
Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area.
Complies with all federal and state regulations.
Assists with stocking and putting away groceries as directed.
Products will be labeled, dated and rotated ensuring an adequate, fresh inventory of food and supplies.
Partners with department leaders to maintain awareness of facility special events and activities to ensure adequate product and labor are available.
Ensures residents with special diets receive appropriate food.
Accommodates resident requests promptly.
Demonstrates proper safety and sanitation techniques as part of the work.
Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all employees within the community as directed by the leadership team.
Performs other duties as assigned.