Evening Cook - Long-Term Care Kitchen

PACS Group; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a dedicated cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will prepare meals, follow menus, and ensure food safety and sanitation across all kitchen tasks while coordinating with dietary staff and other departments.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, and a valid ServSafe certificate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility (≥1 year).
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Prepare tasteful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities following prepared menus and portion controls.
• Prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures for meals.
• Prepare pureed foods.
• Cooperate with personnel in all departments.
• Maintain quaternary solution in sanitizer buckets.
• Assist with serving different meals.
• Clean cooking area and serving carts.
• Report resident care concerns to Administrator/Director of Nurses.
• Participate in orientation and training of dietary staff.
• Present food appealingly to residents.
• Willing to supervise and work under supervision.
• Ensure cleaning schedules are followed.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Menu following

Dietary restrictions

Temperature records

Pureed foods

Team collaboration

Supervisory in absence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS is seeking a dedicated cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will prepare meals, follow menus, and ensure food safety and sanitation across all kitchen tasks while coordinating with dietary staff and other departments.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, and a valid ServSafe certificate.