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Joining the Mayo Clinic Historic Properties culinary team offers a unique experience in the culinary world. In addition to being eligible for the full Mayo Clinic benefit package (including: health and dental insurance, PTO, pension/retirement plan), what sets this team apart from most kitchens is its well-established reputation for maintaining a calm, positive atmosphere, creating an inviting and supportive workplace, where individuals can thrive without the stress typically associated with culinary environments. One of the most appealing aspects is the schedule-there are very limited weekend shifts, and weekday dinner service concludes much earlier than in traditional restaurants. This means you can enjoy a better work-life balance, while being part of a team that values professionalism and camaraderie.
A Historic Properties Cook will assist in the preparation and plating of food for all events at the Historic Properties. Focus on the highest level of customer service and quality in a fine dining setting. Contributes to ongoing menu creation and development, all focused on health and wellness. Ability to coordinate with culinary team to execute multiple course menus in accordance with event schedule. Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout kitchen and workspaces. Assists with clean up and dishes after event as needed.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent required. Minimum 2 years of culinary experience required, preferred in a fine dining setting, catering operation or commercial kitchen. Three to five years of culinary experience preferred. Culinary education and professional training preferred. Knowledge and skill in preparing a variety of foods in fluctuating quantities with the ability to coordinate preparation and execution of all menu items in a timely manner. Willingness to focus menus on health and wellness, through multiple courses.
This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
About Us
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

About the Team
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
Equal Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.