Cook - Full Time

Kindred Healthcare; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve food to patients and staff. You will ensure compliance with safety standards while maintaining a clean work environment. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and experience in food preparation.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in quantity food preparation.
• Understanding of therapeutic diets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food following safety and nutritional guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Food Protection Manager's Certification

Job description

ScionHealth is committed to a culture of service excellence, demonstrated by our employees’ adherence to core principles such as Pride, Teamwork, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Fun, Professionalism, and Responsibility.

Our specialty hospitals provide critical care similar to that in traditional hospitals or ICUs, but for an extended recovery period. Our clinicians are vital in the recovery of chronic, critically ill, and medically complex patients.

As a Cook, you will:

1. Prepare and serve food using proper handling and safety techniques for patients, staff, and special events, ensuring compliance with nutritional guidelines and safety standards outlined in department policies.

2. Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with established standards and regulations.

Salary Range: $18.73 - $23.75 per hour

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma
• Food Protection Manager's Certification from an ANSI-CFP accredited program
• At least one year of experience in a quantity food preparation setting (e.g., restaurant, hospital, nursing center, hotel)
• Understanding of therapeutic diets is preferred.