Dietary Cook - Travel Assignment

Hendricks, MN 56136

Posted: 01/20/2026 Employment Type: Travel Job Category: Other Areas Job Number: 169148

Job Description

Dietary Cook - Travel Assignment

Hendricks, Minnesota - 13.0 weeks

Connected, your partner in Healthcare, Educational, Government, and Direct Hire services, is excited to connect qualified and passionate travel professional like you for a 13-week opportunity located in or near Hendricks, Minnesota. Enjoy competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and the rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Job Requirements
  • Education Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Certifications Requirements: Valid ServSafe certification, Food Handler's permit, and Food Safety Manager certification.
  • Experience Requirements: At least 1 year of experience in food service or dietary cooking in healthcare or long-term care settings.
  • Other Requirements: Ability to follow food safety and regulatory policies, strong communication skills, attention to detail, physical stamina to stand for extended periods, and flexibility to work weekends and varied shifts.
What We Offer
  • Premium Pay That Values You: Weekly direct deposit (with next-day pay features coming soon!) at rates 13% above market average—we benchmark every assignment to make you feel like a valued member of our team and to ensure we're staying competitive.

  • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical/dental/vision eligibility starting the 1st day of the month after your start date, continuing between active assignments—plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave, so you can focus on what you do best without added stress.

  • Health Benefits Maintained through Winter/Summer Break: For educational services team members who join or extend with us, your medical, dental, and vision coverage continues seamlessly during off-seasons, ensuring no gaps in your coverage so you can recharge without worry.

  • Investment in Your Growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, License + CEU reimbursements, are just some of the ways we invest in our team because you deserve a partner who grows with you.

  • Support Your Lifestyle: Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly!) travel/mileage reimbursements; guaranteed hours and cancellation protection; nationwide opportunities spanning from major metros to underserved areas—we manage the details so you can focus on what matters most in your personal and professional life.

  • Streamlined Compliance & Flexibility: Reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses/certs; user-friendly Portal for seamless onboarding (avg 14 days); shifts customized to your needs; rapid interviews (38 hours typical)—we value your time, making compliance effortless and flexible to fit your unique schedule.

Why Connected Health Care?
  • We Care About Your Journey: In this demanding field, we start by listening—providing upfront insights on roles, pay, and perks so you feel seen and supported from the first click, aligned with our motto: If we take care of our team, they take care of our partners.

  • Personalized Job Matches That Fit You: Tell us your story, preferences like specialties, facility size, city/state preferences, or work-life balance needs—we craft opportunities where you shine, with 92% of our candidates extending or referring because we truly prioritize what matters to you.

  • Unwavering Support Every Step: From 24/7 recruiter access to fast compliance and career guidance, we're your dedicated partner—delivering 13% higher pay than the national average, 92% retention rates, quick turnaround times for interviews/offers, and national placements because we know the toll of shortages and want to ease it for you.

  • A Genuine Partnership Built on Trust: We're not just a staffing firm; we're your advocate in a competitive world—turning challenges into rewarding paths with empathy, transparency, direct client focus for seamless fits, and a network that feels like family, helping you build the career you deserve.

Job Responsibilities
  • Provide and prepare meals in accordance with facility menus, food safety policies, and dietary restrictions.
  • Follow ServeSafe and food regulation policies and procedures diligently to ensure compliance and safety.
  • Assist in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and food service areas.
  • Collaborate with healthcare staff and dietary team to accommodate specific patient or resident needs.
  • Document meal preparations, inventory levels, and report any safety or quality concerns promptly.

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