Cook

Plumas District Hospital; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

PTO accrual

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Plumas District Hospital in Quincy, CA is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare meals for patients, visitors and staff. You will use production sheets per Patient Diet Order and employee food orders, maintaining a clean, safe kitchen per guidelines and supporting department needs.

The role requires ANSI-CFP/ServSafe or California Food Handler certification (or attainment within six months) and a valid driver’s license, with English proficiency and teamwork as essential; duties include following

Qualifications

• ANSI-CFP certification or ServSafe/California Food Handler certification (or ability to obtain within six months).
• Current Driver’s License.
• Ability to speak, read, write English and follow directions.
• Willingness to learn therapeutic diet guidelines and food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily Production Sheet using the patient dietary orders.
• Perform basic food preparation and service for AM and PM.
• Ensure quantity, quality and nutritious, creative presentation of patient, guest and employee food.
• Work independently with little or no supervision.
• Maintain organized and clean work area at all times.

Skills

Ability to speak, read, write English

Work well with people

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Willingness to learn therapeutic diets

Education

ANSI-CFP or ServSafe/California Food Handler certification (or within 6 months)

Current Driver’s License

Job description

Cook

Regular Part-Time

Job ID: 2026-1843 Category: Nutrition Services

Nature and Scope

The Cook prepares, seasons and cooks meals for patients, visitors and employees using a production sheet per Patient Diet Order, Employee Food Order forms and departmental luncheon orders. The Cook duties also include, but are not limited to, the following: Preparation and execution of maintaining a clean, safe and sanitary kitchen per state and federal guidelines; general cleaning both per posted schedule and as needed; and performing general department duties as requested and needed.

Location

We are located at 1065 Bucks Lake Road, Quincy, CA 95971.

Compensation

Compensation for Benefited, Part-Time Pay Scale

• Base Rate: $20.90–$26.67 per hour
• Starting pay is determined using our non-clinical pay scales, which feature 6 steps recognizing up to 6 years of relevant experience.
• Eligible employees may also receive shift differential and holiday pay

Job Status/Shift Information

Part-time, benefited

Qualifications

Education:

• The Cook must have a current certification by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) -Conference for Food Protection (CFP) or obtain within six (6) months of hire date, and renew upon expiration. This requirement may be met by obtaining a ServSafe Certification or a California Food Handler Certification.
• Current Driver’s License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to speak, read, write and follow verbal and written directions in English.
• Must be able to work well with people and be willing to learn.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to learn therapeutic diet guidelines, and general quantity and quality food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Utilize patient Dietary Order report generated for each meal to prepare daily Production Sheet.
• Preforms the basic principles of food preparation and service for AM and PM positions.
• Responsible for the quantity, quality and nutritious and creative presentation of patient, guest and employee food.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Maintain organized and clean work area at all times

Benefits/Perks

Benefits for Eligible Employees

The following benefits are available to eligible full-time and part-time employees following applicable waiting periods:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans
• PDH Employee Discount Program, which waives applicable deductibles and coinsurance for eligible services received at Plumas District Hospital
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual
• Paid leave for continuing education, bereavement, and jury duty
• Employer-sponsored retirement plans featuring:
• A 3% employer contribution
• An employer match of 50% of employee contributions, up to the plan maximum
• $20,000 in employer-paid life insurance
• Voluntary benefit options, including additional life insurance, long-term disability insurance for full-time employees, and identity theft protection
• Potential loan-forgiveness opportunities for eligible healthcare professionals
• Educational and career-development support, including Certified Medical Assistant training, an LVN-to-RN step-up program, and tuition reimbursement

On average, employer-provided benefits add approximately 40% to the value of an employee’s total compensation package.

Perks Available to Employees

• Paid sick leave, with five days awarded annually based on the employee’s anticipated work schedule
• Available to benefit-eligible employees and non-benefited employees scheduled to work at least 30 shifts during the calendar year
• An inclusive, supportive, and connected work environment
• Discounted rates at the PDH Child Care Center
• Competitive compensation
• The opportunity for all employees to contribute to an employer-sponsored retirement plan
• Discounted CareFlight/AirMedCare Network memberships
• Shift differentials for eligible shifts and PDH-observed holidays

Why Plumas District Hospital

Work in a setting with rugged canyons, crystal clear lakes, grassy meadows, trout-filled streams, fresh pine forests, and brilliant star-filled skies. This is your chance to provide compassionate care with exceptional customer service at Plumas District Hospital. With a diverse population with people from all walks of life, PDH team members provide the residents of Quincy and the surrounding area with essential health care services that are vital to this small mountain community. PDH is located in Quincy, California which is the largest community in Plumas County and has a population of 5,000 residents. Quincy is nestled against the Western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and tucked in at the edge of the lush American Valley. Chico, California is 80 miles west and Reno, Nevada is 80 miles east of Quincy. Join a medical team that puts community first.