Dietary Cook — Full‑time, Nutritious Meals & Benefits

Ocean Ridge Post Acute; Walnut Creek, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time schedule

Benefits package

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Rossmoor Post Acute in Walnut Creek, CA is hiring a Dietary Cook for a full-time position. The role offers competitive pay and a stable schedule, with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package. You will prepare meals that meet nutritional needs and adhere to safety standards.

Join a collaborative dietary team and contribute to high-quality meal service for residents. Prior healthcare food service experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Healthcare or institutional cooking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow therapeutic and modified diets.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals per approved menus, recipes, and prescribed diets.
• Follow therapeutic, modified, and special diet requirements as directed.
• Ensure meals are properly portioned, prepared, and served on schedule.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and food preparation area.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations.
• Follow proper food storage, labeling, and rotation procedures.
• Monitor and document food temperatures and production records.
• Assist with inventory, stocking, and receiving food deliveries.
• Work closely with the dietary team to ensure timely and efficient meal service.
• Follow all applicable federal, state, local, and facility food safety and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Healthcare cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Communication

Education

Food Handler Card

Job description

Rossmoor Post Acute in Walnut Creek, CA is hiring a Dietary Cook for a full-time position. The role offers competitive pay and a stable schedule, with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package. You will prepare meals that meet nutritional needs and adhere to safety standards.

Join a collaborative dietary team and contribute to high-quality meal service for residents. Prior healthcare food service experience is preferred.