Cook - PT - H

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 in El Cajon, CA is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will prepare meals in large quantities, follow prepared menus and portion controls, and ensure sanitation and safety across kitchen operations.

The role offers an hourly wage range of $19.00–$21.00, with benefits including sick leave and 401k matching. Join a team committed to high-quality nutrition and resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Prepare tasteful meals for residents and manage cooking areas.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guides.
• Record food temperatures and ensure sanitation standards.
• Assist with serving meals and maintain cleanliness of kitchen.
• Willing to supervise dietary staff and coordinate with supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage the kitchen in absence of Dietary Supervisor.
• Prepare meals in large quantities while maintaining safety and quality.
• Follow menus, ensure proper portioning, and prepare special diets as needed.
• Record temperatures, sanitation, and cleaning schedules.
• Collaborate with other departments and report resident care concerns.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Portion control

Menu following

Temperature recording

Team collaboration

Sanitation

Supervision (ability)

Job description

Pay Range: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour; Depending on experienceBenefits: Sick Leave, 401k MatchingJob Description:It is the responsibility of the cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. He/she is reports to the Dietary supervisor. Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner. Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities. Ability to follow prepared menus and portion control guides. Ability to prepare special diets accurately. Record food temperatures for the meals. Prepare pureed foods. Ability to work in cooperation and harmony with personnel in all departments. Maintain quaternary solution in sanitizer buckets. Assist with serving the different meals. Clean cooking area and serving carts. Report resident care concerns and potential issues to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses. Participate in the orientation and on-going training of dietary staff. Ability to make the presentation of the food appealing to the residents. Ability to cooperate. Willing to supervise and to work under supervision. To make sure all cleaning schedules are followed.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.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.