Cook

PACS Group; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group in Petaluma, CA is seeking an experienced Cook to join Ridgeway Post Acute's dietary team. The role involves preparing and cooking meals to meet menus and dietary requirements, with emphasis on safe food handling and sanitation.

This full-time position offers a starting pay of $20/hour DOE and opportunities to grow within a supportive healthcare environment. Responsibilities include collaborating with the dietary manager and team, maintaining kitchen organization, and assisting with

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.

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 experience

Food safety knowledge

Team player

Dependable

Job description

## CookApplylocations: Ridgeway Post Acutetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR178598**Cook – Ridgeway Post Acute** Petaluma, CA Starting Pay: $20hr + DOE**Full Time:** Covering split shift each week AM and PM shiftsRidgeway 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* 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 careThis is a great opportunity for a dependable **Cook, Line Cook, or Food Service Worker** looking for a rewarding role in healthcare. Apply today and join the Ridgeway Post Acute team, where your skills and compassion make a difference!***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.### Elevated Care Starts With YouPACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture.### Equal Opportunity WorkplaceWe celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.