Dietary Cook

Tice Valley Post Acute; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Tice Valley Post Acute is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to join our Dietary Services team in Walnut Creek, CA. We offer part-time and full-time roles with competitive pay between $19.00 and $20.00 per hour.

Responsibilities include preparing meals per menus and dietary needs, maintaining safety and sanitation, and supporting meal service for residents. Ideal candidates have cooking experience, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to work well in a team within a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking in healthcare, senior living, restaurant, or institutional settings preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and dietary instructions.
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus and dietary requirements.
• Follow therapeutic and special diet instructions as directed.
• Ensure meals are prepared accurately, attractively, and on schedule.
• Maintain proper portion sizes and food quality standards.
• Follow sanitation procedures and monitor temperatures.
• Keep kitchen clean and organized and assist with meal service.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Following recipes

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Now Hiring: Dietary CookTice Valley Post Acute | Walnut Creek, CAPart-Time | $19.00–$20.00 per HourFull-Time | $20.00 per HourPosition SummaryTice Valley Post Acute is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented Dietary Cook to join our Dietary Services team on a part-time and full-time basis.The Dietary Cook is responsible for preparing nutritious, appetizing meals for our residents while following established menus, dietary requirements, food safety standards, and sanitation procedures. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, works well with others, and understands the importance of providing quality meals in a healthcare setting.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook meals according to approved menus, recipes, and dietary requirements.Follow therapeutic and special diet instructions as directed.Ensure meals are prepared accurately, attractively, and on schedule.Maintain proper portion sizes and food quality standards.Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures.Monitor food temperatures and ensure proper food storage and handling.Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and food preparation area.Assist with meal service and ensure residents receive meals according to their dietary needs.Properly label, date, store, and rotate food products.Minimize food waste while maintaining appropriate food quality.Communicate effectively with dietary and nursing staff regarding resident meal needs.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsPrevious cooking experience preferred, preferably in a healthcare, senior living, restaurant, or institutional setting.Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safe food-handling practices.Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special dietary instructions.Reliable, punctual, and dependable.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong attention to detail and organization.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and safety.Must be able to communicate effectively with residents and staff.Why Join Tice Valley Post Acute?Competitive pay of $19.00–$20.00 per hourPart-time schedulingOpportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residentsSupportive team environmentOpportunity to grow within a healthcare settingApply today and become part of the Tice Valley Post Acute team!Tice Valley Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics.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.