Healthcare Kitchen Lead – Special Diets

SUITESRIO in; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS seeks a cook to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, ensuring safe, sanitary operations and adherence to menus for residents. The role emphasizes teamwork, dietary accuracy, and food quality in a hospital or long-term care setting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of relevant kitchen experience, and ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain it. The position supports ongoing staff training and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of cook experience in a hospital or long-term care facility.
• ServSafe Certificate required or must obtain.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and technical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Ability to follow prepared menus and portion control guides.
• Prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures for the meals.
• Assist with serving the different meals.
• Report resident care concerns to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses.
• Participate in orientation and on-going training of dietary staff.

Skills

Sanitation

Food preparation

Menu following

Cooperation

Supervisory ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS seeks a cook to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, ensuring safe, sanitary operations and adherence to menus for residents. The role emphasizes teamwork, dietary accuracy, and food quality in a hospital or long-term care setting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of relevant kitchen experience, and ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain it. The position supports ongoing staff training and safety compliance.