DINING COOK (FULL TIME)

St. Catherine University, located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a renowned educational institution that fosters a supportive and empowering environment for its community members. The university is committed to providing high-quality services and values its employees as integral to delivering exceptional experiences. Situated on its main campus at 2004 Randolph Avenue, the university's dining services aim to offer nutritious and delicious food options that meet the diverse needs of students, faculty, and staff. With a strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction, the dining team plays a critical role in upholding the university's standards and enhancing the campus experience.

We are currently seeking full-time Dining Cook positions to join our campus dining team immediately. This role offers a competitive fixed pay rate of $26.08 per hour and includes valuable benefits such as paid time off, insurance, 401K, free meals during shifts, paid training, and annual wage increases. The schedule varies, with days and hours flexible and detailed during the interview process. As a Dining Cook, you will prepare food in accordance with federal, state, and corporate standards, ensuring meals are both appealing and safe to consume. This position demands adherence to strict food safety protocols, precise portion control, and high standards of cleanliness within the kitchen environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality food items following standardized recipes, serving meals or prepping them for delivery while ensuring proper temperature and presentation. You will monitor food quality by tasting all prepared dishes and manage records during service periods. Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, refrigerators, and storerooms is essential, as is operating and caring for kitchen equipment properly. Additionally, you will support production planning, inventory management, ordering, and receiving supplies, and report any maintenance or safety concerns promptly.

Joining St. Catherine University's dining team means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that promotes diversity and equal opportunity. The university is committed to fair treatment of all associates regardless of race, national origin, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. Associates are encouraged to grow professionally through training and career development opportunities. The working environment prioritizes safety, encouraging best practices such as the use of appropriate protective gear when handling tools and equipment. This position includes compliance with HACCP standards and company policies designed to maintain a safe and productive kitchen.

Additionally, the university supports employee well-being through comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, and voluntary benefits like pet insurance and legal services. Full-time employees enjoy additional advantages such as medical, dental, vision coverage, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, and flexible spending accounts. The role may require working through academic breaks depending on business needs, with potential assignments at alternative locations. Immediate hiring is underway, and the university welcomes applicants who share a commitment to food service excellence, teamwork, and respect in the workplace. This opportunity offers a meaningful career path within a vibrant educational community where you can make a difference every day.