Cook - Part Time

Shadelands Post Acute; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Shadelands Post Acute in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a part-time Dietary Cook to join our dietary team. The role involves managing the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, preparing meals, following menus, and ensuring safety and sanitation in a long-term care setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and at least one year of cook experience in healthcare. You will work with staff across departments, assist with serving meals, monitor temperatures, and help train

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of cook experience in a hospital or long-term care facility.
• Knowledge of portion control and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary kitchen and cooking area.
• Prepare flavorful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guidelines accurately.
• Prepare special diets according to resident needs.
• Record food temperatures for all meals.
• Prepare pureed foods as required.
• Work collaboratively and harmoniously with personnel across all departments.
• Maintain quaternary solutions in sanitizer buckets.
• Assist with serving various meals.
• Clean the cooking area and serving carts.
• Report resident care concerns and potential issues to the Administrator and/or Director of Nurses.
• Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
• Ensure food presentation is appealing to residents.
• Follow all cleaning schedules diligently.
• Supervise kitchen activities in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Skills

Cook in hospital/long-term care

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Opening: Dietary Cook - Part-Time

Location: Shadelands Post Acute

Compensation: Starting at $20 - $22hour

The Dietary Cook is responsible for managing and operating the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. This role reports directly to the Dietary Supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Maintain a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary kitchen and cooking area.
• Prepare flavorful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guidelines accurately.
• Prepare special diets according to resident needs.
• Record food temperatures for all meals.
• Prepare pureed foods as required.
• Work collaboratively and harmoniously with personnel across all departments.
• Maintain quaternary solutions in sanitizer buckets.
• Assist with serving various meals.
• Clean the cooking area and serving carts.
• Report resident care concerns and potential issues to the Administrator and/or Director of Nurses.
• Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff.
• Ensure food presentation is appealing to residents.
• Follow all cleaning schedules diligently.
• Supervise kitchen activities in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Supervisory Requirements:

This position has supervisory responsibilities during the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility.

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.