Dietary Cook On-Call

PACS•Visalia, CA

19d•$18 - $19

About The Position

Visalia Post Acute is seeking a dependable on-call Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, flavorful meals that support residents’ health, comfort, and well-being. The role provides coverage as needed, and hours and shifts may vary based on facility needs. The cook follows approved menus, recipes, portion guidelines, prescribed diets, food-texture requirements, and resident dietary restrictions. The position also involves safe food handling, kitchen sanitation, food storage, and coordination with dietary staff to ensure timely meal service. Benefits are based on eligibility and facility policy.

Requirements

Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special-diet instructions.
Knowledge of basic food preparation, kitchen sanitation, and safe food handling.
Strong time-management, communication, and teamwork skills.
Dependable attendance and willingness to provide coverage for varying shifts as needed.
Ability to perform essential job duties, with reasonable accommodations as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous cooking experience, especially in a healthcare, long-term care, or high-volume kitchen.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.
Follow prescribed diets, food-texture requirements, and resident dietary restrictions.
Ensure meals are appealing, properly prepared, and served at appropriate temperatures.
Record food temperatures and follow safe food-handling and storage procedures.
Prepare modified-texture foods, including pureed meals, as directed.
Coordinate with dietary staff to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, including equipment and work surfaces.
Properly label, date, and store food, and assist with monitoring supplies.
Report equipment issues, food-safety concerns, and resident meal concerns to the Dietary Supervisor.
Follow facility safety, sanitation, and infection-prevention procedures.