Cook Per Diem San Joaquin Valley Rehab

Vibra Healthcare, LLC.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibra Healthcare, LLC, at San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital in Fresno, CA, seeks a Cook to join the hospital food service team ensuring high-quality meals and safe preparation for patients. This role supports nutrition and patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and at least two years of cooking experience; state-regulated food handling certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food handling certification as required by State regulations.
• Two years of institutional cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of duties for hospital food service operations.
• Ensures high standards of food quality, nutrition, sanitation and safe food presentation.

Skills

Food preparation

Food handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE!

We are seeking a Cook to join our team!

Hospital Details

San Joaquin Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, located in Fresno, CA, is a 62 bed acute rehab hospital, providing rehabilitative services to people recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses. We help our patients regain their physical or cognitive abilities so they can return home at their highest level of independence. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of duties necessary for the operation of a hospital food service department. Maintains high standards of food quality, nutritional value of food, sanitation, safety and presents food in an appetizing manner.

Required Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Two (2) years of experience as a cook in lieu of education will be considered.
• Food handling certification as required by State regulations.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• Culinary arts training preferred.
• Two (2) years of food service experience preferred, including a minimum of one (1) year of experience cooking and working in an institutional setting.
• Therapeutic Diet experience preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Benefits

At Vibra Healthcare, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside. Our culture fosters engagement, diversity and advocacy. Our goal is to empower our employees and support them in their professional growth while leading them on a path to success within our organization.

Posted Total Compensation

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It’s not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.