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The Willows of Ramsey Hill, part of Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, is a specialized memory care community in St. Paul dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centered care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other forms of memory loss.

We are seeking a Chef to join our culinary team and help create enjoyable, high-quality dining experiences for our residents. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys cooking, takes pride in their work, and wants to make a difference in a senior living community.

Pay & Schedule

Pay: $21.00–$26.00/hour, based on experience
Schedule: Part-Time, 0.2 FTE
Hours: 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday

What You’ll Do

• Prepare meals according to recipes, production sheets, and dietary guidelines

• Ensure food meets standards for quality, portion size, temperature, and presentation

• Follow food safety, sanitation, and proper food-handling procedures

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and work area

• Complete production and tally sheets accurately

• Use ingredients and leftovers efficiently to help reduce food waste

• Monitor food and supply needs and report shortages as needed

• Report equipment concerns or malfunctions promptly

• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to provide a positive dining experience for residents

Qualifications

Required

• Previous food preparation or production experience

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

• Basic math skills for portioning and food preparation

• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and dietary guidelines

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 35 pounds

• Ability to work in hot and cold kitchen environments

Preferred

• Culinary experience in senior living, healthcare, or a similar setting

• Experience preparing meals for special diets

Join The Willows

Bring your culinary skills to a community where meals are an important part of each resident’s day. Apply today to join the culinary team at The Willows of Ramsey Hill!

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At Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Prior food production experience, preferably in a healthcare facility.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Basic math skills for performing simple calculations.
• Working knowledge of special diets and food safety guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions and complete assigned tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English required to ensure safe patient care, accurately document in medical records, and effectively communicate with patients, families, and the care team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a senior care or healthcare setting.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain standing for most of the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing at least 35 pounds.
• Capability to work in environments with extreme temperature variations (hot kitchens or cold storage areas).
• Ability to perform tasks within time constraints.

Working Conditions:

• Flexible working hours, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and alternating holidays.
• Exposure to sharp instruments, power-driven equipment, and caustic chemicals.
• Potential exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and pork products.
• Work environments may include extreme temperatures and varying humidity levels.