Cook & Kitchen Lead for Large-Scale Meals (401k)

San Diego Post Acute; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

401k Matching

Job summary

San Diego Post Acute is seeking an experienced cook to manage and operate the kitchen when the Dietary Supervisor is absent. The role involves maintaining a safe, clean kitchen, preparing meals in large quantities, and following prepared menus with proper portion control.

You will be responsible for dietary accommodations, temperature records, and presenting appealing meals to residents, while collaborating with staff across departments.

Qualifications

• This role requires food preparation skills and ability to cook in large quantities.
• Ability to follow prepared menus and maintain sanitation standards.
• Record keeping for food temperatures and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.
• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Prepare tasteful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guides.
• Prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures for meals.
• Prepare pureed foods.
• Cooperate with staff across departments.
• Ensure cleaning schedules are followed.

Job description

San Diego Post Acute is seeking an experienced cook to manage and operate the kitchen when the Dietary Supervisor is absent. The role involves maintaining a safe, clean kitchen, preparing meals in large quantities, and following prepared menus with proper portion control.

You will be responsible for dietary accommodations, temperature records, and presenting appealing meals to residents, while collaborating with staff across departments.