Dietary Cook (Full Time)

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role supports HCSG’s commitment to positively impacting the communities it serves and enhancing customer and resident experiences. The starting pay rate is USD $19.00 per hour; actual wages may vary based on objective factors, including location, years of experience, staffing needs, and other business reasons. The position includes preparing meals to planned menus and recipes, maintaining food quality and kitchen cleanliness, and providing positive service to residents, staff, and guests. Benefits available to all employees include free telemedicine, a free prescription discount program, free employee assistance programs, access to PNC EarnedIt, financial wellness support from PNC Workplace Banking, hands-on training and support, and career development.

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 to perform daily tasks.
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.
Ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Ability to work around food and cleaning products.
Residency within the service area is required.
Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required where mandated by state or county law.

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 and 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.