Dietary Cook Part time
About The Position
Vasona Creek Healthcare Center is seeking a reliable and skilled Cook to join its dietary department. The role involves preparing appetizing, high-quality meals in accordance with planned menus, standardized recipes, and residents’ prescribed therapeutic diet orders. Cooks prepare modified diets, including low-sodium, diabetic, and texture-modified options, and help provide an enjoyable dining experience that supports residents’ health and well-being. The posting describes part-time AM shifts from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and PM shifts from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; the role description also refers specifically to the PM shift. Vasona Creek Healthcare Center is a 148-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Los Gatos that provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care. Its culinary team serves residents with specific medical and dietary needs in a professional, supportive environment.
Requirements
- Previous cooking experience in a healthcare, hospital, or long-term care facility is highly preferred.
- Valid ServSafe or California Food Handler's certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
- Basic understanding of modified diets, portion control, and food safety sanitation.
- Ability to follow standardized recipes, manage time in a fast-paced environment, and work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks required in a commercial kitchen.
Nice To Haves
- Previous cooking experience in a healthcare, hospital, or long-term care facility.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
- Accurately prepare therapeutic and modified diets, including low-sodium, diabetic, and texture-modified (pureed) options.
- Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal sanitation and infection control standards.
- Monitor and record food temperatures, label and rotate inventory, and maintain a clean, organized workstation.
- Ensure food quality and presentation meet facility standards while interacting positively with residents and guests.
- Collaborate with the Dietary Director and nursing staff to support appropriate nutrition for every resident.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $20.00–$23.00 per hour.
- Part-time scheduling.
- Opportunity for professional growth in a highly rated facility with a dedicated clinical and social services team.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
