Job Description

Cassia, a nonprofit, senior living organization, has a rare opportunity for a Culinary Float to join our team. You will primarily be based in our Maplewood location at Harmony Gardens and may work in additional Metro locations. This is a great opportunity to continue growing your career while sharing your expertise at multiple locations.

As a Culinary Float, you will provide a full-scope, hands-on cooking preparation and production of high-quality culinary dishes to our residents and guests in a timely manner. You will bring your expertise to our metro locations and help ensure that culinary standards are maintained.

Position Type: Part-Time, working every other weekend with opportunity for additional shifts if desired

Wage Range: $30 /hour

Primary Location: 1438 County Road C East, Maplewood, MN 55109

Culinary Float Responsibilities:

• Main location would be Maplewood, but must be able to float between other Cassia Communities located in the Metro area filling in for open chef and culinary positions; shifts and schedule will vary week-to-week and may require last minute changes based on emergency culinary needs

Prepare & Serve Meals

• Prepares recipes utilizing appropriate ingredients to ensure a fine dining experience for residents and guests
• Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards at all times
• Meets organizational and regulatory expectations, including sanitation, food preparation, menus, nutrition, and documentation

Support Team Members

• Participates directly in daily kitchen operations in multiple communities: cooking, serving and cleaning under the direction of the Director of Culinary Services
• Perform other duties as assigned

Maintain Food Safety & Sanitation Standards

• Strictly adheres to safety and sanitation guidelines
• Knowledge of special diets provided and served correctly per our Policy and Procedure
• Serves as the subject matter expert for emergency operating procedures and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for the kitchen and dining areas

Culinary Float Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of commercial cooking experience in a restaurant/ senior living or equivalent cooking experience required!
• Certificate from an accredited culinary arts school preferred.
• Valid Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Certificate or ability to pass course once employed.
• Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Cassia Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Pet Insurance
• Metropass – Discounted Bus Pass

About Us:
Our new campus opened in December 2022 and is only 2 miles away from Maplewood Mall, beautiful parks (Hazelwood and Harvest Park), and a variety of dining options. Our new state-of-the-art senior living community includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and long-term care options.

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.harmonygardenssenior.org/

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

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Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.