Prep Cook / Catering Assistant - Sauk Rapids Campus

DescriptionDo you have strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering excellent culinary service? Join the Shepherd Oaks Dietary team as a Prep Cook and help support the nutritional wellbeing of the individuals we serve. In this rewarding role, you’ll prepare high-quality meals, maintain safe food-handling practices, and contribute to a positive dining experience every day. Along with joining a supportive team, Good Shepherd offers a generous benefits package.

Prep Cook Responsibilities

Prepare and serve meals according to established menus to meet tenants’ dietary and nutritional needs

Assist with ordering food and supplies, ensuring the kitchen remains well-stocked and organized

Manage food inventory, including sorting, labeling, and dating items for proper rotation and safety

Maintain a clean and sanitary food production area, following proper sanitization and waste disposal procedures

Update and maintain tenant menu boards to ensure clear, accurate communication

Support the Food Service Manager by assisting with the supervision and coordination of dietary staff

Prep Cook Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off (Part-Time/Full-Time Eligible)

Earned Safe & Sick Time Off

FREE Option for Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance for Employee (Full-Time Eligible)

401K with Company Match

Employee Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Opportunities

QualificationsPrep Cook Qualifications

Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing

Previous experience in food preparation or work with the elderly preferred

Ability to work as a team member and resolve problems constructively

One year of instructional food service or equivalent food prep/cooking experience

Basic math and computer skills

Keywords: Cook, Cooking, Dietary, Nutritional Services, Culinary, Food Preparation, Food Services