Cook

PACS

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Ridgeway Post Acute, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Petaluma, CA, is seeking experienced and motivated Cooks to join their dietary team. The kitchen team is crucial in providing nutritious, well-balanced meals to residents in their long-term care and post-acute community. This role offers a stable and rewarding opportunity in healthcare for dependable Cooks, Line Cooks, or Food Service Workers. Ridgeway Post Acute is part of PACS, an organization founded in 2013 that revolutionizes post-acute healthcare and support services across the country through hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries. PACS emphasizes a mission-driven care model, balancing national support with local decision-making, and connects individuals with premier healthcare careers. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, basing employment decisions on qualifications, merit, and business needs, and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Requirements

• Previous cooking experience required
• Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation standards
• Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset
• Dependable, organized, and committed to quality resident care

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare or large-volume cooking preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements
• Follow therapeutic diet guidelines and portion control standards
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices
• Collaborate with the Dietary Manager and kitchen team
• Assist with kitchen organization, cleaning, and meal service

Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $19–$20/hr + DOE
• Full-time, part-time, and on-call schedules available
• Supportive team environment with strong leadership
• Opportunity for growth in healthcare food services
• The chance to make a positive difference in residents’ lives every day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed