Join Catholic Charities in the important role of Head Cook/Food Coordinator for our Senior Dining/Meals on Wheels program and help others to live their best life.
Our Mission and Core Values
We are a nonprofit organization serving Central Minnesota with core values rooted in Compassion, Hope, Accountability, Respect, Dignity, and Service. Catholic Charities empowers our neighbors and creates impact in housing, food, and mental health that is seen and felt for generations.
What You Will Do
The Food Coordinator is primarily responsible for preparing and serving meals for Senior Dining/Meals on Wheels. May also be responsible for preparing meals for other entities such as the Summer Food Service Program, an outside daycare or Adult Daycare Program, catered meals or events, and other meals as designated. The Food Coordinator is responsible for preparing food for the site as well as the satellite site(s) and other contracted programs. Meals are transported in a manner so that temperatures (hot or cold) are retained. Responsibilities also include ordering food and supplies as well as kitchen management. The Food Coordinator has responsibility for proper food handling, preparation and storage methods. She/he must operate within the budget and other program guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:
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Plans, organizes and directs preparation of meal: provides instructions to kitchen staff and volunteers to assure quality menu preparation that meets menu requirements & program standards & served on a timely basis to congregate diners and Meals on Wheels diners.
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Assures meal preparation follows MN Department of Health & OSHA requirements: identify hazards in the work & properly resolve/minimize; train staff to compliance; conduct regular in-house inspections; and monitor cleaning schedule completion.
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Prepares wholesome food for meals according to program and menu directives/guidelines.
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Orders, stores and records food purchases and donations: Orders food and supplies weekly utilizing vendor order guide; maintains inventory of food items; stores all food according to MN Food Code; performs inspections of equipment.
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Communication with Site Councils & internalstaff: maintain regular contact with Site Supervisor regarding concerns/issues; participate in Site Council meetings.
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Implements agency policies and procedures & continues knowledge in role of the Older Americans Act and the MN Board on Aging.
What We're Looking For (required qualifications):
Education/Training: High School Diploma or Equivalent; Current State of Minnesota Certified Food Manager (or the ability to become certified within 3 months); A current driver’s license; Access to an insured vehicle.
Job Related Experience: One year of quantity cooking. Knowledge of food service equipment operation is helpful.
Why Join Us?
- Make a direct, meaningful impact in the lives of seniors in our community
- Work alongside a supportive, values-based team committed to service
- Contribute to an organization where people come first—our clients, our volunteers, and our employees
- Find purpose in your work knowing each meal you help prepare supports health, dignity, and independence
Why You Will Love Working Here!
You will make a difference in the lives of clients every day and you will work with a great team of people!
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Vacation (15 days your first year)
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8 paid holidays (7 full days, 2 half days)
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6 days ESST (sick)
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Health insurance
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Dental insurance
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Waive-off credit for those who have other group health insurance
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Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
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Optional life insurance coverage for yourself, spouse and/or dependents
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Employer-provided long-term disability insurance
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Pre-tax (Flexible Spending) Accounts for medical, dependent care and adoption expenses
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401(k) plan with company match
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Employee Assistance Program
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Employee Discount Program
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Wellness Program
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The Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Become Part of Something Amazing!
To apply for this position, please send your resume to [email protected] or apply online at www.ccstcloud.org. For a complete up to-date listing of open job positions please visit the Catholic Charities website at: www.ccstcloud.org/employment
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