Chef/Cook

Job Overview

The Sanctuary of West St Paul is seeking a Chef/Cook for their Ebenezer location in West St, Paul. Meals must be prepared and presented according to regulations and customer expectations. The Sanctuary focuses on providing seniors with a dignified, compassionate, and innovative lifestyle. Conveniently located near I-494 and Highway 52, it offers both Assisted Living and Memory Care options.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items to specified temperatures, following standardized recipes to ensure consistency, nutritional value, and proper portioning.
• Weigh and measure ingredients per standardized recipes.
• Assemble meals and bakery items within designated time frames, complete daily preparation tasks accurately, and assist with special events.
• Maintain proper knowledge and preparation of texturized diets utilizing International Dysphagia Diet Standardization (IDDSI) standards.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment by following proper cleaning schedules, using recommended equipment and chemicals, separating clean and dirty areas, and thoroughly scrubbing pots and pans as required.
• Demonstrate the ability to supervise kitchen staff, manage daily operations, and customer service in the supervisor’s absence, and effectively communicate resident and guest feedback on meal and service quality.

Requirements

• 0 - 1 Year Experience
• Must be 18+ years old
• Food Handlers certification issued by an ANAB-CFP accredited food sanitation program within 90 Days
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Vocational School Technical Training or Associate Degree - Food Service
• 1 - 3 Years Experience
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft applications
• Food Protection Manager certification issued by an ANAB-CFP accredited food sanitation program within 90 Days
• Certified Food Protection Manager certificate (CFPM) issued by the State of Minnesota for locations in the state of MN within 90 Days

Benefits

Ebenezer offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more. For details, please visit: http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits.

Pay

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.