Dietary Cook

Alvarado Care Center; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Alvarado Care Center in Los Angeles, CA is looking for a Dietary Cook to prepare a wide variety of patient meals in accord with menus and recipes. You will plan cooking schedules to meet mealtime needs and supervise staff in the absence of the Food Service Director.

A high school education and experience in volume food prep are required, along with English proficiency and TB test verification. The role emphasizes maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment and positive interactions with

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in commercial/volume food preparation.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must provide verification of TB test as required by state law.
• Ability to positively interact with residents/patients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a wide variety of foods according to menus and recipes.
• Plan cooking schedules to meet mealtime schedules.
• Perform related duties and cleaning duties as assigned.
• Direct other Food and Nutrition Services employees in the absence of the Food Service Director and Assistant Food Service Director/Chef Manager.
• Maintain a clean and safe food preparation environment.

Skills

English proficiency

Staff supervision

Education

High School education

Job description

Dietary Cook

Job Location: Los Angeles, California

Company Name: Alvarado Care Center

About the Role:

At Alvarado Care Center, we are committed to providing exceptional clinical care to our residents. As a Dietary Cook, you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking a wide variety of foods for our residents, employees, and visitors.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook a wide variety of foods according to menus and recipes
• Plan cooking schedules to meet mealtime schedules
• Perform related duties and cleaning duties as assigned
• Direct other Food and Nutrition Services employees in the absence of the Food Service Director and Assistant Food Service Director/Chef Manager
• Maintain a clean and safe food preparation environment

Requirements:

• HIGH SCHOOL education or equivalent preferred
• Experience in commercial/volume food preparation required
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the spoken English language
• Must provide verification of TST (tuberculin skin test) as required by state law and in accordance with Company policy
• Ability to positively interact with residents/patients

Work Schedule:

• ON-CALL schedule, specifics TBA

Occupational Exposure: Category I

Department: Nutritional Services

Reports to: Dietary Supervisor

FLSA: Non-Exempt