Dietary Cook — Caring Care Kitchen, Flexible Hours

Oxford Health Group; San Gabriel (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful work environment

Competitive wages and benefits

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Overtime Pay

401(k)

Monthly Phone Stipend

Job summary

Horizon Recuperative Care is hiring a Cook to provide nutritious meals in a senior-focused medical facility in El Monte, CA. The role emphasizes a safe kitchen, infection control, and adherence to dietary plans for residents.

You will prepare and serve meals following menus, maintain equipment and sanitation, and assist with inspections as needed. The position may include early mornings or evenings, with potential overtime and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Cook/Dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care home or other related medical facility is preferred but not required.
• Experience in cooking a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Food Handlers or Serv Safe certification.
• Experience with food preparation and nutrition.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe culinary environment in the facility using strict infection control procedures.
• Kitchen and equipment will be clean and organized at all times. Safe food temperatures will be maintained at all times according to regulations.
• Dishes will be cleaned and properly stored after every meal.
• Follow the provided food menu for nutritionally sound meals, with the needs and preferences of the residents kept in mind.
• Contact the Lead or Resident Services Manager to assist in Health Department inspections if they occur on your shift.
• Prepare and offer nourishing meals and snacks using as many non-processed foods as possible.
• Report shortages or needs of snacks or meal ingredients to the Culinary Lead.
• Report any broken or malfunctioning equipment to Culinary Lead immediately.
• May be asked to take extra shifts or help with special occasions.
• This may include early morning or evening hours.

Skills

Food preparation

Infection control

Large quantity cooking

Education

Food Handler / Serv Safe certification

Job description

Horizon Recuperative Care is hiring a Cook to provide nutritious meals in a senior-focused medical facility in El Monte, CA. The role emphasizes a safe kitchen, infection control, and adherence to dietary plans for residents.

You will prepare and serve meals following menus, maintain equipment and sanitation, and assist with inspections as needed. The position may include early mornings or evenings, with potential overtime and opportunities for growth.