Cook

Ridgeway Post Acute in; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeway Post Acute in Petaluma, CA is seeking an experienced Cook to join our dietary team. This full-time role covers AM and PM shifts and focuses on preparing nutritious meals for residents in our long-term and post-acute care community.

The ideal candidate will have prior cooking experience in healthcare or large-volume settings, strong knowledge of safe food handling, teamwork, and effective communication with the kitchen staff.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required (healthcare or large-volume preferred).
• Knowledge of safe food handling and kitchen sanitation.
• Team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following menus and dietary requirements.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
• Collaborate with the dietary manager and team members.
• Assist with kitchen organization, cleaning, and meal service.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Team player

Communication

Job description

Cook (Food Services)

Cook - Ridgeway Post Acute

Petaluma, CA

Starting Pay: $20hr + DOE

Full Time: covering AM and PM shifts

Ridgeway Post Acute, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Petaluma, CA, is seeking an experienced and motivated Cook to join our dietary team. Our kitchen team plays a vital role in providing healthy, well-balanced meals to residents in our long-term care and post-acute care community.

Why Work With Us

• Full-time schedule available in a stable healthcare facility
• Supportive team environment with strong leadership
• Make a positive impact every day

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following menus and dietary requirements
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices
• Collaborate with the dietary manager and team members
• Assist with kitchen organization, cleaning, and meal service

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required (healthcare or large-volume preferred)
• Knowledge of safe food handling and kitchen sanitation
• Team player with strong communication skills
• Dependable, organized, and committed to resident care

This is a great opportunity for a dependable Cook, Line Cook, or Food Service Worker looking for a rewarding role in healthcare.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.