Dietary Cook (Part Time, Flexible)

Healthcare Services Group•Kingsburg, CA

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About The Position

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook preparing nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role involves preparing and cooking meals, maintaining food quality and presentation, following food safety and sanitation guidelines, and supporting kitchen inventory and supply ordering. The Cook is also expected to provide positive customer service to residents, staff, and guests and perform other assigned duties. The starting pay rate is $18.00 per hour; actual pay may vary based on location, experience, staffing needs, and other business factors.

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.
Ability to 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, as required by state or county law.
Residency within the service area is required.

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.