Compassionate Dietary Cook - Flexible Schedule

Oxford-Health-Group; Rosemead (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful work environment

Competitive Wages and Benefit Package

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Overtime Pay

401(k)

Job summary

Horizon Recuperative Care in El Monte, CA is hiring a Cook to maintain a safe culinary environment and prepare nourishing meals for residents.

You will follow infection-control procedures, manage food temperatures, and work with the Culinary Lead to ensure fresh ingredients and timely meals. Experience in healthcare cooking is preferred; ServSafe certification is a plus. Flexible schedule and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Cook/Dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care home or other related medical facility is preferred but not required.
• Experience in cooking a variety of food in large quantities.
• Experience with food preparation and nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe culinary environment in the facility using strict infection control procedures.
• Kitchen and equipment will be clean and organized at all times. Safe food temperatures will be maintained at all times according to regulations.
• Dishes will be cleaned and properly stored after every meal.
• Follow the provided food menu for nutritionally sound meals, with the needs and preferences of the residents kept in mind.
• Contact the Lead or Resident Services Manager to assist in Health Department inspections if they occur on your shift.
• Prepare and offer nourishing meals and snacks using as many non-processed foods as possible.
• Report shortages or needs of snacks or meal ingredients to the Culinary Lead.
• Report any broken or malfunctioning equipment to Culinary Lead immediately.
• May be asked to take extra shifts or help with special occasions.
• This may include early morning or evening hours.

Skills

Culinary experience healthcare

Large-quantity cooking

Nutrition-focused cooking

Education

Food Handlers or Serv Safe certification

Job description

Horizon Recuperative Care in El Monte, CA is hiring a Cook to maintain a safe culinary environment and prepare nourishing meals for residents.

You will follow infection-control procedures, manage food temperatures, and work with the Culinary Lead to ensure fresh ingredients and timely meals. Experience in healthcare cooking is preferred; ServSafe certification is a plus. Flexible schedule and benefits are offered.