Dietary Cook Lead — Special Diets & Large-Scale Prep

SILVERCREEK in; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a Cook to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, ensuring safe, sanitary operations and nourishing meals in a hospital or long-term care setting.

The role requires reading recipes, following menus, preparing special diets, and supervising dietary staff when needed; ServSafe certification is required. This is an on-site role in a healthcare facility and offers opportunities to contribute to resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate. Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and technical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Ability to follow prepared menus and portion control guides.
• Ability to prepare special diets accurately. Record food temperatures for the meals.
• Assist with serving the different meals and supervise dietary staff in absence of supervisor.
• Report resident care concerns to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses.
• Participate in orientation and training of dietary staff; ensure cleaning schedules are followed.

Skills

Reading recipes and procedures

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PCC knowledge

ServSafe Certificate (in progress)

Job description

PACS is seeking a Cook to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, ensuring safe, sanitary operations and nourishing meals in a hospital or long-term care setting.

The role requires reading recipes, following menus, preparing special diets, and supervising dietary staff when needed; ServSafe certification is required. This is an on-site role in a healthcare facility and offers opportunities to contribute to resident well-being.