The Catholic Diocese of Crookston seeks a full-time Cook/Foodservice Manager in Crookston, MN. The full-time Cook/Foodservice Manager will assist with all aspects of foodservice for daily meals, retreats, and special events at the Pastoral Center (620 Summit Ave, Crookston).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare the noon and evening meals for the Sisters of Saint Benedict who reside onsite.
• Develop meal plans, order food and kitchen supplies, and work with local caterers.
• Assist with hiring and scheduling evening and weekend foodservice staff.
• Serve and clean up during mealtimes.
• Work with internal and external groups planning special events.
• Maintain all licensing requirements for the kitchen required under Minnesota state law.
• Other duties to assist the Operations Manager.

SCHEDULE

This is a full-time position (M-F) that requires occasional evening and weekend work.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or experience in culinary arts.

Experience with menu planning, including accommodations to allergens.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Exceptional understanding of cooking and foodservice management, and an aptitude for customer service. Excellent managerial skills and the ability to communicate with personnel and stakeholders effectively. Excellent organizational skills are desired.

BENEFITS

Single and family health insurance available with HSA and FSA options; Single or family dental options; Vacation, sick, holiday, holy day, bereavement, and retreat days; Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance; Employer-paid retirement and optional 403(b) plan.

ABOUT THE DIOCESE OF CROOKSTON

The Diocese of Crookston is a non-profit religious organization that serves 30,000 Catholics in 66 parishes and 8 Catholic schools in the 14 northwest counties of Minnesota. Known as a mission diocese of the Catholic Church, Diocese of Crookston territory is rural in nature; farming, logging and tourism are main industries.

How to Apply / Contact / Deadline: Submit a cover letter and resume with references to Cindy Gjerswold at Diocese of Crookston, PO Box 610, Crookston, MN 56716 or cgjerswold@crookston.org. Interviews to begin immediately.