Full-Time Dietary Cook - Nutritious Meals, Great Benefits

Mission Valley Post Acute in; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holiday pay

Career growth and advancement

Job summary

Mission Valley Post Acute is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to join our food services team. This full-time role focuses on preparing nutritious meals that fit residents' dietary needs and enhance dining experiences.

You will collaborate with the dietary team to ensure safety, timely service, and high-quality meals. Prior healthcare food service is preferred; certification and strong teamwork are valued in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Healthcare dietary experience preferred.
• Certification upon hire or current Food Handler's Certificate.
• Knowledge of therapeutic and modified diets is a plus.
• Food safety and sanitation knowledge.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Compassionate, team-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure meals meet residents' nutritional needs and physician-ordered diets.
• Modify meals to accommodate special dietary needs, including diabetic, low-sodium, and texture-modified diets.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, infection control, and workplace safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food items to maintain freshness and comply with food safety standards.
• Assist with inventory and communicate food and supply needs to dietary leadership.
• Support meal service and ensure proper portion sizes and presentation.
• Work collaboratively with dietary staff, nursing, and other members of the care team.
• Help ensure residents receive meals that are nutritious, appealing, and prepared according to their individual needs.

Skills

Cooking experience

Therapeutic diets knowledge

Food Handler's Certification

Food safety knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Job description

Mission Valley Post Acute is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to join our food services team. This full-time role focuses on preparing nutritious meals that fit residents' dietary needs and enhance dining experiences.

You will collaborate with the dietary team to ensure safety, timely service, and high-quality meals. Prior healthcare food service is preferred; certification and strong teamwork are valued in a supportive environment.