Prep Cook

Generationshealthcare; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Generations Healthcare in Pleasanton, CA is hiring a part-time Dietary Prep Cook to support our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. You will help with food preparation, portioning, and serving meals, while following dietary plans and recipes.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have a high school diploma or GED, can read and speak English, and are able to work flexible shifts including some weekends. Wage is $18.50–$20.00 per hour, DOE.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to prep a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Capable of following oral and written instructions and recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals per planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Inspect diets and ensure correct meals are served to residents.
• Coordinate with departments and the facility's dietitian as needed.
• Maintain sanitation, order, and safety in food service areas.
• Submit required forms and reports to the Director of Food Services.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

$18.50 - $20.00 DOE

Prep Cook - Part Time / Must be flexible on the days and shifts worked, including some weekends

Generations Healthcare is in search of a Dietary Prep Cook to join our team. Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility has an outstanding reputation in the healthcare industry with an excellent rating for quality patient care. We are committed to providing kind, competent and compassionate services to those entrusted to our care and an enjoyable work environment for our staff. If you are passionate about helping residents meet their full potential, then this is the right place for you.

Position Overview:

The primary role of the Dietary Prep Cook is to provide assistance in all food functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food policies and procedures.

Essential Duties:

• Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit to the Director of Food Services.
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary.
• Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
• Ensure that all food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Prepare meals in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
• Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
• Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.
• Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 or older and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to prep for cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of food procedures.
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices.
• This position requires the successful completion of a background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening as part of the hiring process.

Generations Healthcare was founded upon the belief that caring for the sick, the elderly, and the infirm is a special and sacred stewardship. It is our mission to have this belief reflected in everything we do: in the presentation of our homes, in the professionalism of our staff, and in the daily delivery of care to our residents and their families. It is our purpose that whoever enters a Generations home will be met with kindness, competence and compassion.

We invite you to make a difference in the lives of others and our residents, who represent a Lifetime of Memories, a Lifetime of Care, and a Lifetime of Love.

For more detailed information please visit www.generationshealthcare.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, reproductive health decision making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military status, veteran status, uniformed service member status, sexual orientation, transgender identity, citizenship status, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.