Dietary Cook Part time

Sunnyvale Gardens Post Acute; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Sunnyvale Gardens Post Acute is seeking a skilled Dietary Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare nutritious meals tailored to residents' dietary needs in a healthcare setting. The role is part-time with an afternoon/evening schedule and rotating weekend shifts in Sunnyvale, CA.

Pay rate ranges from $26.00 to $28.00 per hour. You should have prior healthcare kitchen experience, knowledge of therapeutic diets, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while

Qualifications

• Healthcare kitchen experience is required (skilled nursing/hospital).
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and food safety regulations.
• Ability to read recipes and manage time in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and prescribed therapeutic diets.
• Ensure proper portion control and appealing food presentation for residents.
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards in the kitchen.
• Set up workstations and prepare ingredients for daily meal services.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work areas throughout the shift.

Skills

Healthcare kitchen experience

Time management

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Job description

Dietary Cook part time Sun-TuesdaySunnyvale Gardens Post Acute is seeking a skilled and reliable Dietary Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that meet the specific dietary needs of our residents in a healthcare setting.Job OverviewPay Rate: $26.00 – $28.00 per hourJob Type: Part TimeSchedule: 1:00 -7:30 PMDays: Varying days across the week with rotating weekend shiftsLocation: Sunnyvale Gardens Post AcuteKey ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and prescribed therapeutic diets.Ensure proper portion control and appealing food presentation for residents.Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards in the kitchen.Set up workstations and prepare ingredients for daily meal services.Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work areas throughout the shift.QualificationsExperience: Required experience cooking in a healthcare environment (e.g., skilled nursing, assisted living, or hospital).Knowledge: Understanding of therapeutic diets, texture modifications, and food safety regulations.Skills: Ability to read recipes, manage time efficiently, and work in a fast-paced environment.Availability: Must be able to work the early morning shift (4:30 AM) and participate in the weekend rotation.Physical: Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.BenefitsCompetitive hourly payOpportunities for professional growthIf you are a passionate cook who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents, we want to hear from you.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.