Hospice Per Diem Cook — Independent Kitchen

ADP, Inc.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

VNA Health is seeking a Per Diem Inpatient Cook for Serenity House, our inpatient hospice facility. You will join the kitchen team to prepare nutritious meals for terminally ill patients, working with the Chef and interdisciplinary care team.

Shifts are roughly 1–2 per week, with hours from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This role offers independence while contributing to compassionate, patient-centered care in a hospice setting.

Qualifications

• Certified Cook (preferred but not required).
• Hospice and home care experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work well independently and with an interdisciplinary group.
• Basic computer skills (email) required.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meals according to health standards and dietary recommendations.
• Works with interdisciplinary team to provide meals for terminally ill patients.
• Monitors use of all food items with the chef.
• Adheres to patient food preferences and uses substitutions from appropriate food groups.
• Plans, prepares and serves therapeutic diets as prescribed with supervision.
• Maintains refrigeration records.
• Cleans and maintains a safe kitchen environment and utensils.
• Works with the chef to adhere to Serenity House budget.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

Certified Cook (preferred)

Hospice/home care experience preferred

Job description

VNA Health is seeking a Per Diem Inpatient Cook for Serenity House, our inpatient hospice facility. You will join the kitchen team to prepare nutritious meals for terminally ill patients, working with the Chef and interdisciplinary care team.

Shifts are roughly 1–2 per week, with hours from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This role offers independence while contributing to compassionate, patient-centered care in a hospice setting.