Residential Facility Cook | On-Call & Therapeutic Diets

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Fowler (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vis

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group is seeking a Residential Facility Cook for the Merced Crisis Residential Unit in Merced, CA. This on-call role involves preparing meals per planned menus, including therapeutic diets, and coordinating safe, timely service for adults in a 24/7 facility.

The position requires a high school diploma, a California driver's license, and prior dietary or housekeeping experience in health care settings.

Qualifications

• One year of dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related medical environment (preferred).
• Experience and knowledge in preparing therapeutic diets (preferred).
• Six months of housekeeping experience in a hospital, hotel, or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to planned menus, including therapeutic and special diets, accommodating allergies, restrictions, and preferences.
• Maintain proper meal schedules and food temperatures to ensure quality and safety.
• Adhere to all food safety and infection control standards; keep kitchen and dining areas clean and sanitized.
• Perform general housekeeping duties (floors, furniture, closets, telephones, vents) and assist with client transportation as needed using facility vehicles.

Skills

Dietary experience

Therapeutic diets knowledge

Housekeeping

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Stars Behavioral Health Group is seeking a Residential Facility Cook for the Merced Crisis Residential Unit in Merced, CA. This on-call role involves preparing meals per planned menus, including therapeutic diets, and coordinating safe, timely service for adults in a 24/7 facility.

The position requires a high school diploma, a California driver's license, and prior dietary or housekeeping experience in health care settings.