Dietary Cook: Nutritious Meals, Growth & Benefits

Rossmoor Post Acute in; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Paid time off and holiday pay

Benefits package for eligible employee

Ongoing training and professional dev

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Rossmoor Post Acute in Walnut Creek is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to join our dedicated team. You will prepare nutritious meals, follow approved menus and physician-prescribed diets, and help maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

This role emphasizes food safety, accurate portioning, and collaboration with dietary staff to ensure timely meal service. Previous healthcare or hospital kitchen experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate clearly.
• Ability to follow diets and portion controls.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced kitchen.
• Attention to detail in food handling and labeling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus and diets.
• Ensure meals are prepared, portioned, and served in line with dietary guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Store, label, and rotate food items using safe handling practices.
• Monitor food temperatures and keep production records.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to ensure timely meal service.
• Assist with inventory, stocking, and receiving food deliveries.
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Food Handler Card

Job description

Rossmoor Post Acute in Walnut Creek is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to join our dedicated team. You will prepare nutritious meals, follow approved menus and physician-prescribed diets, and help maintain a clean, organized kitchen.

This role emphasizes food safety, accurate portioning, and collaboration with dietary staff to ensure timely meal service. Previous healthcare or hospital kitchen experience is preferred.