Part-Time Care Kitchen Cook: Nutritious Resident Meals

(Westgate Gardens Care Center) Thyme Holdings, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Westgate Gardens Care Center is seeking a dependable and experienced Cook to join our dietary team in Visalia, CA. This Part-Time role focuses on preparing meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements, ensuring safety and quality for our residents.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, ability to follow recipes, and ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year cooking experience in a hospital or long-term care setting preferred.
• ServSafe certification required (or must be obtained upon hire).
• Ability to read and follow recipes, menus, and dietary instructions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in large quantities based on approved menus.
• Follow portion control guidelines and accommodate special diets including texture-modified and therapeutic diets.
• Record and monitor food temperatures in compliance with safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen and cooking environment.
• Assist with meal service and ensure food is presented in an appealing manner.
• Maintain proper sanitation practices, including quaternary solution levels in sanitizer buckets.
• Clean cooking areas, equipment, and serving carts after use.
• Assist with inventory and ensure proper storage of food and supplies.
• Supervise dietary staff in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.
• Participate in staff orientation, training, and ongoing education.
• Work collaboratively with dietary staff and other departments to support resident care.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Teamwork

Read recipes

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Westgate Gardens Care Center is seeking a dependable and experienced Cook to join our dietary team in Visalia, CA. This Part-Time role focuses on preparing meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements, ensuring safety and quality for our residents.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of hospital or long-term care cooking experience, ability to follow recipes, and ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain).