Cook
Listed on 2026-10-09
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Restaurant/Food Service
Cook & Chef, Food & Beverage, Catering
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones.
We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
FTE 0.8 (64 hours per two week pay period) 8-hour day/evening shift Every other weekend
Job DescriptionResponsible for the preparation of all food served to patients, staff and customers. Uses proper cooking, cooling and reheating techniques to ensure food safety.
Principle Responsibilities- Prepares food in a timely, appealing and appetizing manner.
- Prepares food using standardized recipes and proper cooking methods for patients, staff and special functions.
- Adequate quantities of food are prepared based on patient need and cafeteria volumes.
- Understands special diets and consults with dietitian as needed.
- Uses proper cooking, cooling and reheating techniques to ensure food safety.
- Checks temperatures regularly prior to serving food.
- Labels, dates, covers and store food properly.
- Utilizes sanitizing techniques for food, self and equipment.
- May assist in restocking work station.
- May assist in putting away grocery orders.
- May operate cash register.
- May assist with menu development.
- May maintain adequate food stock to meet the menu requirements and patient requests.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description.
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's or Vocational degree in the culinary field
- 0 to 2 years of food service experience
- Licenses/Certifications Certification for Food Safety and Handling preferred upon hire
Certification for Food Safety and Handling preferred upon hire.
Physical DemandsMedium Work:
Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequently
Pay Range Pay Range: $18.49 to $25.19 per hour
The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
Summary
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization.
Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their…
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