Location Address:4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NWCoon Rapids, MN Date Posted:October 20, 2025Department: Food Services MercyShift:Day/Evening (United States of America)Shift Length:8 hour shiftHours Per Week:0Union Contract:SEIU-4-Mercy Service Workers-SMCWeekend Rotation: NoneJob Summary:At Allina Health, our cooks do more than prepare meals—they help patients heal, energize our care teams, and bring comfort to guests during challenging times. Join us in creating nourishing, meaningful moments every day. Because at Allina, we are all together better.Key Position Details:Casual position8-hour, day / evening shiftsNo weekendsJob Description:Responsible for the preparation of all food served to patients, staff and customers. Uses proper cooking, cooling and reheating techniques to ensure food safety.Principle ResponsibilitiesPrepares food in a timely, appealing and appetizing manner.Prepares food using standardized recipes and proper cooking methods for patients, staff and special functions.Adequate quantities of food are prepared based on patient need and cafeteria volumes.Understands special diets and consults with dietitian as needed.Uses proper cooking, cooling and reheating techniques to ensure food safety.Checks temperatures regularly prior to serving food.Labels, dates, covers and store food properly.Utilizes sanitizing techniques for food, self and equipment.May assist in restocking work station.May assist in putting away grocery orders.May operate cash register.May assist with menu development.May maintain adequate food stock to meet the menu requirements and patient requests.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsMust be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job descriptionPreferred Qualifications High school diploma or GEDAssociate's or Vocational degree in the culinary field0 to 2 years of food service experienceLicenses/CertificationsValid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment if providing services for Home Care and HospiceCertification for Food Safety and Handling upon hire preferredPhysical DemandsMedium Work:Lifting weight up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 25 lbs. frequentlyPay RangePay Range: $21.83 to $28.40 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.Benefit SummaryAllina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events. Benefits include:Medical/DentalPTO/Time AwayRetirement Savings PlansLife InsuranceShort-term/Long-term DisabilityPaid Caregiver LeaveVoluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicableStudent Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramAllina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.