Dietary Cook - Part Time

(St. Francis Healthcare Center) Hayward Health Center, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-Time

Meaningful work

Team-oriented environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

St. Francis Healthcare Center is hiring a dependable Dietary Cook on a part-time basis. You will prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for residents per menus and dietary requirements, while following safety standards and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities include cooking to recipes, accommodating special diets, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating with dietary staff to deliver high-quality resident meals in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required; healthcare or skilled nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safe food-handling practices.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and special dietary instructions.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Food Handler's certification as required by applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus and standardized recipes.
• Follow residents' prescribed diets, food preferences, and special dietary requirements.
• Prepare meals in appropriate quantities and ensure food is served at the proper temperature.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and freshness.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food and supplies.
• Monitor food inventory and communicate supply needs to the Dietary Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and work area.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and properly.
• Assist with meal service and other dietary duties as needed.
• Work collaboratively with dietary staff and other departments to provide excellent resident service.

Skills

Previous cooking experience

Sanitation knowledge

Menu/recipe following

Dietary accuracy

Fast-paced performance

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Communication with residents

Food Handler's certification

Job description

Now Hiring: Dietary Cook St. Francis Healthcare Center Position: Dietary Cook Employment Type: Part-Time Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour

St. Francis Healthcare Center is seeking a dependable and experienced Dietary Cook to join our team on a part-time basis.

The Dietary Cook will prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for our residents while following established menus, dietary requirements, food safety standards, and sanitation procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus and standardized recipes.
• Follow residents' prescribed diets, food preferences, and special dietary requirements.
• Prepare meals in appropriate quantities and ensure food is served at the proper temperature.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and freshness.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food and supplies.
• Monitor food inventory and communicate supply needs to the Dietary Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and work area.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and properly.
• Assist with meal service and other dietary duties as needed.
• Work collaboratively with dietary staff and other departments to provide excellent resident service.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required; healthcare or skilled nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safe food-handling practices.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and special dietary instructions.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Food Handler's certification as required by applicable regulations.

What We Offer

• Part-Time employment $23.00 per hour
• Meaningful work serving our residents
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to grow within a healthcare setting

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.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.