Dietary Cook & Kitchen Lead (Hosp/LTC)

Pacific-Villas-Post-Acute; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Pacific-Villas-Post-Acute in Oceanside, CA is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will prepare meals, follow menus, and ensure sanitary, orderly kitchen operations in a hospital-like long-term care setting.

The role requires adjusting meals for special diets, recording temperatures, and supervising dietary staff when needed. Strong teamwork with other departments and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of cook experience in hospital or long-term care.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, sanitary manner.
• Prepare meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities following prepared menus and portion guides.
• Record food temperatures for meals and prepare pureed foods as needed.
• Assist with serving meals.
• Supervise dietary staff in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.
• Ensure cleaning schedules are followed and cooperate with other departments.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu adherence

Sanitation

Temperature control

Staff supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certificate

Tools

ServSafe certificate

Job description

Pacific-Villas-Post-Acute in Oceanside, CA is seeking a cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will prepare meals, follow menus, and ensure sanitary, orderly kitchen operations in a hospital-like long-term care setting.

The role requires adjusting meals for special diets, recording temperatures, and supervising dietary staff when needed. Strong teamwork with other departments and adherence to safety standards are essential.