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Cook
New Horizon Foods, Inc
Location : Waconia, MN, 55387
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $18 - $20 per hour
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Careers
We provide onsite paid training, a competitive pay scale, and advancement possibilities within the company. We are a drug free workplace and a "return to work" employer.
Benefit packages for eligible employees include:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Education and Training
- Short and Long Term Disability
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click hereNew Horizon Foodsis an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here:http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm
Cook
Location: Waconia
What Makes This Location Special: NO LATE NIGHTS
We are seeking a cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work on their feet for extended periods of time. Experience in cooking and kitchen tasks is required for this position.
New Horizon Foods is a dining contract company that specializes in providing services tailored to the location and client. We have been in operation for over 30 years and are currently in more than 10 states. Our employees are our greatest asset and reason for our success. Great employees make great experiences.
Benefits:
- Flexible hours
- NO Late Nights!
- Ability to advance in the company
- Health benefits for Full Time employees
- PTO for Full Time employees
Responsibilities:
- Meal preparation
- Food preparation and proper storage
- Assist maintaining all health code regulations in kitchen
- Ensure that all food is presented in an attractive and appetizing manner
- Provide excellent customer service to residents and guests
- Assist with cleaning and sanitizing the kitchen and dining areas
- Follow all safety and sanitation procedures
Requirements:
- Positive attitude and excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work on feet for extended periods of time
- Ability to follow recipes
- Understanding of basic cooking techniques
- Reliable means of transportation to and from work
- No experience required
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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Freqently Asked Questions
While prior cooking experience is valued, New Horizon Foods welcomes applicants without formal skills. Their onsite paid training equips new cooks with essential culinary techniques, making it accessible for beginners eager to develop hands-on cooking skills.
Cooks mainly prepare meals, manage food storage safely, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure food presentation meets appetizing standards. Providing friendly service to guests and upholding health regulations are also critical daily responsibilities.
Employees can progress through various kitchen roles or managerial positions as they gain experience. The company emphasizes internal promotion, offering training and education, which helps cooks expand their careers within the food service industry.
An appealing aspect is the absence of late-night shifts, allowing cooks to maintain a balanced routine. Flexible scheduling further helps employees manage personal commitments while working in a supportive, drug-free environment.
Waconia’s growing hospitality sector steadily seeks culinary workers, making cook positions relatively accessible. Local employers like New Horizon Foods often recruit motivated candidates, reflecting ongoing opportunities in this community.
Offering $18 to $20 per hour, this pay range aligns competitively with similar positions in Waconia. It reflects both the company’s commitment to fair compensation and the local market standards for culinary professionals.
Yes, beyond competitive pay, full-time cooks enjoy health, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, retirement plans, and options for education and training. Such benefits create a comprehensive support system for employee well-being.
They value a positive attitude and excellent guest service skills, emphasizing teamwork and reliability. The Waconia site’s no late-night shifts feature appeals to those seeking a consistent day-focused schedule.
Unlike specialized prep or grill cooks, this position involves broader meal preparation duties, including food storage and sanitation. It requires versatility and adherence to health codes, offering a fuller kitchen experience.
Applicants can anticipate interviews assessing their attitude and customer service approach, with attention to reliability and ability to work on their feet. The company values candidates ready to learn, supported by paid onsite training.
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