**Overview** + **_Ebenezer offers a robust compensation package with excellent benefits and wages ranging from $20.68 - $26 / hour. Wage determinations will be based on similar experience_** Ebenezer is looking for a **Cook/Chef** to join our Assisted Living team at Amira Choice Forest Lake Senior Living. This position is responsible for preparing and cooking meals as assigned using standardized recipes to meet established culinary standards of high quality care. Culinary position will plate food for optimal eye appeal to entice food consumption by our residents in our Senior Living Community located in Forest Lake, MN. This flexible schedule culinary services position includes; + Casual / on call. Help fill in for shifts ahead of time and for last minute needs + Days and early evenings + Weekends as needed **Ebenezer is proud to be voted 2024 Star Tribune Top Work Place** , and has received this honor fifteen years in a row. We're an established organization with over 100 years of excellent service and an outstanding rate of growth. When you come to work at an Ebenezer community, we strive to support your growth, honor your strengths and empower you to make a difference in the lives of others. **Forest Lake Senior Living** features a full range of living options, upgraded amenities, a full schedule of activities and programs, as well as the comfort and security of full-time, around-the-clock caregivers for personalized care. **Amira Choice** senior assisted living community in Forest Lake offers independent and assisted living apartments in addition to a dedicated Memory Care neighborhood and The Suites for the benefit of companionship. We boast a long tenured staff of hard-working individuals who share in our mission to heal, discover, and educate for longer healthier, meaningful lives. **Responsibilities Job Description** + Preparation of meals by following standardized recipes + Handles and prepares food in a safe manner following policies and infection control and safety standards. + Ensure timely production and meal service is provided to residents + Set up line service + Clean and sanitize equipment and work area after each use + Assists with special events + Assists Culinary Director with supervision and training of culinary staff + Performs other duties as assigned and directed **Qualifications** **Required:** + **ServSafe** certification, or must be acquired within 90 days of start date + Basic math skills and comfortable using Microsoft applications + Must have good problem solving and time leadership skills + Good written and oral communication skills + _Must be 18 years of age or older_ **Preferred:** + Vocational/technical training/education/degree + High School Diploma/GED preferred + Cooking experience in a similar environment + Scratch cooking experience **Benefit Overview** Ebenezer offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:http://www.ebenezercares.org/employee-benefits **Compensation Disclaimer** An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.