Cook

Cook – Assisted Living Shepherd’s Inn Assisted Living | Wells, MN Position: Cook Schedule: AM & PM Shifts Available Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Position Summary Shepherd’s Inn Assisted Living is looking for a dependable, caring, and motivated Cook to join our team! Our kitchen staff play an important role in making our residents feel at home by preparing delicious, nutritious meals in a welcoming environment. We are looking for someone who enjoys cooking, takes pride in their work, and wants to make a difference in the lives of seniors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious, well-balanced meals for assisted living residents.
• Follow planned menus, recipes, and resident dietary requirements.
• Accommodate special diets, food allergies, and modified food textures as directed.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served on time.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and dining environment.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage procedures.
• Monitor food temperatures and maintain required documentation.
• Assist with meal preparation, portioning, serving, and cleanup.
• Wash dishes, sanitize equipment, and maintain kitchen supplies.
• Monitor food inventory and communicate supply needs to management.
• Provide friendly, respectful service to residents.
• Work collaboratively with caregivers, management, and other team members.
• Follow all facility policies, procedures, and applicable food safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience in assisted living, senior living, healthcare, or dietary services is a plus.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and kitchen sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special dietary instructions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and coworkers.
• Must meet applicable food safety training requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull kitchen supplies up to 25–50 pounds, with assistance when appropriate.
• Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.
• Ability to work safely around hot surfaces, kitchen equipment, and cleaning products.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive team environment.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a difference in seniors' lives.
• A friendly, small-town community atmosphere.
• Training and support to help you succeed.
• Opportunities to build your skills and grow with our team.

Join Our Team! At Shepherd’s Inn Assisted Living, we believe that a warm meal and a friendly smile can make someone's day. We are looking for team members who share our commitment to providing a comfortable, caring, and home-like environment for our residents. Apply today and become part of the Shepherd’s Inn family! Shepherd’s Inn Assisted Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.