Dietary Cook (Part Time)

Healthcare Services Group•Las Cruces, NM

18d

About The Position

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a part-time Cook preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role involves following planned menus and recipes, maintaining food quality and presentation, adhering to food safety and sanitation standards, helping manage supplies, and providing positive customer service to residents, staff, and guests. The position pays $15.00–$17.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions.
Maintain a positive attitude and communicate effectively with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership.
Comply with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 50 pounds; stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods; and perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification when required by state or county law.
Residency within the service area.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred.
May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and recipes.
Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet HCSG standards.
Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines and maintain a clean, orderly kitchen.
Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies.
Interact positively with residents, staff, and guests and provide excellent customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned.