On-Call Hospital/LTC Cook — Safe, Tasty Meals

PACS Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking an experienced cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor at our facility. You will report to the Dietary Supervisor and support meal service for residents.

The role requires preparing meals from planned menus, maintaining sanitary practices, following portion controls, and ensuring accurate temperatures and special diets. ServSafe certification is required, and prior hospital or long-term care cooking experience is preferred.

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.
• In good standing with the Department of Public Health.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Prepare meals according to prepared menus and portion control guides.
• Record food temperatures for meals and monitor safety.
• Prepare pureed foods as needed.
• Assist with serving different meals and housekeeping of serving areas.
• Report resident care concerns to Administrator or Director of Nurses.
• Supervise dietary staff in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and ensure cleaning schedules are followed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS is seeking an experienced cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor at our facility. You will report to the Dietary Supervisor and support meal service for residents.

The role requires preparing meals from planned menus, maintaining sanitary practices, following portion controls, and ensuring accurate temperatures and special diets. ServSafe certification is required, and prior hospital or long-term care cooking experience is preferred.