Lead Cook — Hospital & Long-Term Care Kitchen

Auburn Oaks Care Center in; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn Oaks Care Center is seeking a cook to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will prepare meals for residents in a hospital or long-term care setting, following menus and portion controls, and ensuring dietary requirements are met.

The role involves recording food temperatures, preparing pureed foods, and supervising dietary staff when the supervisor is away. Must obtain ServSafe certification and stay in good standing with health authorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1 year hospital/long-term care cooking experience.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and follow recipes.
• Ability to present information clearly to managers and staff.
• Fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions knowledge.
• Ability to solve practical problems and follow written or scheduled instructions.
• Must obtain ServSafe Certificate; PCC knowledge preferred; comply with health dept.

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.
• Prepare tasteful meals and cook in large quantities.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control; prepare special diets.
• Record food temperatures and prepare pureed foods.
• Maintain sanitation and assist with serving meals.
• Report resident care concerns to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses; train dietary staff.
• Supervise dietary staff in absence of supervisor.
• Ensure cleaning schedules are followed.

Skills

Reading procedures

Read recipes

Presentation skills

Communication with managers

Mathematical skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe Certificate

PCC knowledge

Job description

Auburn Oaks Care Center is seeking a cook to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. You will prepare meals for residents in a hospital or long-term care setting, following menus and portion controls, and ensuring dietary requirements are met.

The role involves recording food temperatures, preparing pureed foods, and supervising dietary staff when the supervisor is away. Must obtain ServSafe certification and stay in good standing with health authorities.