Culinary Arts Team Member | Full-Time, Year-Round

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Position Details

Culinary Arts Team Member | Full-Time, Year-Round

Great Food. Great People. Great Opportunities.

We're growing our Culinary Arts team at Concordia Language Villages in Bemidji, Minnesota, and we're looking for great people to join us!

Whether you're an experienced chef, an aspiring culinary professional, or someone who enjoys working with food and being part of a great team, we'd love to hear from you.

We're hiring multiple full-time, year-round team members! These are permanent, benefits-eligible positions with Concordia College, with opportunities available at multiple experience levels.

Find Your Place on Our Team

At Concordia Language Villages, food is more than just a meal. Our Culinary Arts team helps bring cultures to life through food, hospitality, and community.

Depending on your skills and experience, you could help prepare and serve culturally authentic meals, coordinate kitchen operations, develop menus, or lead and support fellow culinary staff.

We're hiring at the following levels:

• Assistant Cook: $15.00–$17.00/hour
• Lead Cook: $17.00–$18.85/hour
• Head Chef: $18.85–$20.72/hour
• Kitchen Manager: $21.00–$25.00/hour

Who would be a great fit? Someone who enjoys preparing great food, working with others, exploring different cultures and cuisines, and taking pride in their work. Whether you're just beginning your culinary career or have years of kitchen experience, there may be a place for you on our team!

Benefits & Hiring Incentives

Our full-time Culinary Arts team members enjoy:

• Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and develop your culinary skills

Plus, eligible new hires may receive up to $1,500 in recruitment and retention incentive payments during their first year!

Payments are scheduled at three milestones:

• $250 after 30 days
• $500 after six months
• $750 after one year

Eligibility requirements and payment conditions apply. Contact the hiring team for details.

Come Grow with Us!

One application. Multiple possibilities.

You don't need to know which position is right for you before applying. Tell us about your experience and interests, and we'll help you identify the best fit on our team!

Apply today and help us bring something special to the table at Concordia Language Villages!

Additional Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants will be asked to provide contact information for at least two professional references before an offer of employment is made. References are not required at the time of application.

Employment Contingencies:

Successful completion of a criminal background check

Nondiscrimination Statement

Concordia College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Inquiries regarding this policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562, 218-299-3339.

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

Salary : $15 - $25