Lead Hospital/LTC Cook: Special Diets & Sanitation

La Mesa Healthcare Center in; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

La Mesa Healthcare Center is seeking a Cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role requires preparing meals, following menus, and ensuring safety and sanitation in a hospital setting.

Applicants should have at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, a high school diploma, and be able to read procedures and follow recipes. ServSafe certification is required; the candidate must cooperate with all departments and may supervise

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes.
• Ability to present food appealingly and work with other departments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, clean, and sanitary manner.
• Prepare tasteful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Follow prepared menus and portion control guides; prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures and assist with serving meals.
• Assist with staff training and supervise in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Menu following

Portion control

Supervisory support

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Hospital/long-term care cooking experience (1+ year)

Job description

La Mesa Healthcare Center is seeking a Cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. The role requires preparing meals, following menus, and ensuring safety and sanitation in a hospital setting.

Applicants should have at least one year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, a high school diploma, and be able to read procedures and follow recipes. ServSafe certification is required; the candidate must cooperate with all departments and may supervise