Catering Assistant / Prep Cook / Cook

Are you a self-motivated person with a flexible schedule and a passion for delivering exceptional culinary services? Join the Shepherd of Grace Dietary team as an as needed Casual Catering Assistant / Prep Cook / Cook and make a meaningful difference. In this role, you'll help support the nutritional well-being of the individuals we serve-providing meals that are not only delicious, but prepared with care and compassion. As part of the Good Shepherd Community, you'll work alongside a dedicated dietary team and enjoy a variety of generous benefits.

Catering Assistant / Prep Cook / Cook Schedule

• This position primarily provides coverage for vacations, sick days, and other events as needed* Candidates must be available to work a variety of shifts, including:

• Catering Assistant

• 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

• 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM

• Prep Cook

• 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

• Cook

• 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

• Will participate in the holiday rotation

Catering Assistant / Prep Cook / Cook Wage Ranges

• Catering Assistant: $16.25 - $20.29 per hour

• Prep Cook: $17.00 - $21.04 per hour

• Cook: $19.50 - $24.35 per hour

Catering Assistant Responsibilities

• Receive tenants' meal orders and submit them to the kitchen

• Serve food and beverages during scheduled mealtimes

• Transport meals from the main kitchen to campus dining rooms

• Clean and sanitize kitchen and dining areas

• Wash and store dishes, utensils, and cooking/serving equipment

• Prepare and package home-delivered meals for community clients

• Update and maintain menu boards for tenants

Prep Cook Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to established menus to meet tenants' dietary and nutritional needs

• Assist with ordering food and supplies, ensuring the kitchen remains well-stocked and organized

• Manage food inventory, including sorting, labeling, and dating items for proper rotation and safety

• Maintain a clean and sanitary food production area, following proper sanitization and waste disposal procedures

• Update and maintain tenant menu boards to ensure clear, accurate communication

• Support the Food Service Manager by assisting with the supervision and coordination of dietary staff

Cook Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to menu guidelines, ensuring residents' nutritional needs are met

• Assist with ordering food and supplies as needed

• Monitor and record food temperatures; verify quality prior to service

• Maintain organized inventory by properly sorting, labeling, and dating food and supplies

• Uphold a clean and safe kitchen environment through proper sanitation and waste disposal practices

• Oversee the sanitation of kitchen areas, equipment, and food service spaces

• Update and maintain menu boards for residents

• Support the Food Service Manager with hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising dietary staff

Catering Assistant / Prep Cook / Cook Benefits

• Earned Safe & Sick Time Off

• 401K with Company Match

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Opportunities

Catering Assistant / Prep Cook / Cook Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate both verbally and in writing

• MN Food Protection Manager certificate preferred

• One year experience as a cook preparing food in a long-term care setting preferred

• Ability to wok as a team member and resolve problem situations constructively

Keywords: Dietary, Nutritional Services, Culinary, Food Services, Catering, Preparation, Cook