Therapeutic Diet Kitchen Cook

Snohomish of Cascadia LLC; Northwest Snohomish (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascadia Healthcare is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare and serve meals for residents, staff, and special events, using proper food safety techniques and nutrition standards. You will follow planned menus, accommodate therapeutic diets, and ensure meals are appealing, well portioned, and delivered on time in a clean, safe kitchen.

Strong teamwork, reliable attendance, and clear communication with residents, families, and colleagues are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food preparation and handling techniques.
• Knowledge of basic nutrition and food.
• Skilled in quantity food production.
• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the job.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to be patient and polite.
• Ability to be accurate, concise, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to read, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English through verbal and written means.
• Ability to do basic math.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food for regular and therapeutic diets per menu.
• Prepares items to meet residents' needs and preferences.
• Ensures food is served at correct temperature and attractive.
• Uses standardized recipes and proper portion control.
• Delivers meals to designated areas on schedule.
• Maintains safe temperatures and proper logs.
• Keeps work area clean and sanitary.
• Assists in receiving and verifying invoices; monitors stock.
• Works as a team and interacts with residents and families.

Skills

Food safety

Nutrition basics

Large-scale cooking

Reading/writing

Communication

Patience

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Food Handler permit

Job description

Cascadia Healthcare is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare and serve meals for residents, staff, and special events, using proper food safety techniques and nutrition standards. You will follow planned menus, accommodate therapeutic diets, and ensure meals are appealing, well portioned, and delivered on time in a clean, safe kitchen.

Strong teamwork, reliable attendance, and clear communication with residents, families, and colleagues are essential.