JOB SUMMARY

This announcement will be used to fill one part-time position at the Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls. This position is designated as part-time, shifts may be day or evening shift. The day shift is 6:00am-2:30pm and the evening shift is 11:00am-7:30pm. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per two week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. The position is initially eligible for full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.
To prepare food of high quality and maintain standards of hygiene, safety, and sanitation for residents, staff, volunteers and guests of the Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Large-scale cooking methods and equipment sufficient to prepare and serve food for a large number of people and adjust recipes to accommodate different numbers of people
• Food values and nutrition sufficient to prepare items from standard recipes
• Health and safety principles involved in food preparation operations sufficient to prepare and serve safe and healthy meals

Ability to:

• Follow instructions and read and comprehend written instructions
• Prepare special medical diets
• Complete and maintain ServSafe Certification during probationary period

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience cooking in a large healthcare facility such as long term care or senior care facility
• Experience with inventory and stocking
• Knowledge of International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
• A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
• Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant’s former employer(s).

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

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