Chef

Vernon Terrace of Edina is a distinguished senior living community situated conveniently near public transportation stops and close to the vibrant areas of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, and Southwest Minneapolis. This community is part of the broader Ebenezer organization, which is renowned for its commitment to providing comprehensive care and services to seniors. Vernon Terrace offers a full spectrum of senior living options tailored to the diverse needs of its residents, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The establishment provides an elegant and welcoming environment complemented by a wide range of amenities designed to enhance the daily lives of its residents. The community balances comfort and engagement, ensuring its residents receive personalized attention and live meaningful lives. The team at Vernon Terrace embraces Ebenezer’s mission to heal, discover, and educate, dedicating themselves to fostering longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives for their residents.

The role of the Chef at Vernon Terrace is integral to maintaining the high standards and expectations for meal preparation and presentation consistent with applicable regulations and customer satisfaction. This full-time position involves working 80 hours every two weeks with a schedule that includes rotation every other weekend and holidays. The Chef’s responsibilities are comprehensive and extend beyond simple meal preparation to include supervising kitchen staff, managing daily kitchen operations, and contributing to the overall resident dining experience. They must expertly prepare and cook food items to specified temperatures while following standardized recipes to ensure consistent quality, nutritional value, and proper portioning. This also includes the assembly of meals and bakery items within designated timeframes and assisting with special events that enhance community engagement.

An important aspect of the role requires the Chef to have knowledge of texturized diets, specifically utilizing the International Dysphagia Diet Standardization (IDDSI) standards, catering to residents with particular dietary needs. A clean and sanitary work environment is paramount, requiring adherence to proper cleaning schedules and the use of recommended equipment and chemicals. The Chef is also expected to demonstrate strong leadership skills by supervising kitchen staff, managing operations in the supervisor’s absence, and effectively communicating resident and guest feedback on meal and service quality.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $21.09 to $29.40 per hour, reflecting factors such as skills, knowledge, education, experience, and market conditions. Vernon Terrace, under the Ebenezer brand, provides a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid time off (PTO), sick and safe time, tuition reimbursement, retirement plans, early access to earned wages, and more. This role is ideal for motivated culinary professionals who are passionate about delivering nutritious and quality meals within a caring community setting. Candidates seeking growth opportunities in their food service careers and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors will find this position rewarding.