Dietary Cook

Sunnyvale Post Acute Gardens Post Acute in; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Comprehensive health, dental, and view

Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay

Retirement savings plans

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Sunnyvale Gardens Post Acute is seeking a skilled Dietary Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare nutritious meals that meet residents' dietary needs in a healthcare setting.

We offer a full-time role with a 4:30 AM - 1:00 PM schedule, competitive hourly pay, and benefits. Prior healthcare cooking experience is required, including knowledge of therapeutic diets and food safety.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking in a healthcare environment (e.g., skilled nursing, assisted living, or hospital).
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, texture modifications, and food safety regulations.
• Ability to read recipes, manage time efficiently, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and prescribed therapeutic diets.
• Ensure proper portion control and appealing food presentation for residents.
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards in the kitchen.
• Set up workstations and prepare ingredients for daily meal services.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work areas throughout the shift.

Skills

Reading recipes

Time management

Fast-paced environment

Healthcare cooking

Job description

Sunnyvale Gardens Post Acute is seeking a skilled and reliable Dietary Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that meet the specific dietary needs of our residents in a healthcare setting.

Job Overview

• Pay Rate: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour
• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: 4:30 AM - 1:00 PM
• Days: Varying days across the week with rotating weekend shifts

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and prescribed therapeutic diets.
• Ensure proper portion control and appealing food presentation for residents.
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards in the kitchen.
• Set up workstations and prepare ingredients for daily meal services.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work areas throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Experience: Required experience cooking in a healthcare environment (e.g., skilled nursing, assisted living, or hospital).
• Knowledge: Understanding of therapeutic diets, texture modifications, and food safety regulations.
• Skills: Ability to read recipes, manage time efficiently, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability: Must be able to work the early morning shift (4:30 AM) and participate in the weekend rotation.
• Physical: Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Dietary Cook (Food Services)

Sunnyvale Gardens Post Acute is seeking a skilled and reliable Dietary Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that meet the specific dietary needs of our residents in a healthcare setting.

Job Overview

• Pay Rate: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour
• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: 4:30 AM - 1:00 PM
• Days: Varying days across the week with rotating weekend shifts
• Location: Sunnyvale Gardens Post Acute

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and prescribed therapeutic diets.
• Ensure proper portion control and appealing food presentation for residents.
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards in the kitchen.
• Set up workstations and prepare ingredients for daily meal services.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work areas throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Experience: Required experience cooking in a healthcare environment (e.g., skilled nursing, assisted living, or hospital).
• Knowledge: Understanding of therapeutic diets, texture modifications, and food safety regulations.
• Skills: Ability to read recipes, manage time efficiently, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability: Must be able to work the early morning shift (4:30 AM) and participate in the weekend rotation.
• Physical: Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Retirement savings plans
• Opportunities for professional growth

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.