Dietary Cook (Full Time)

Healthcare Services Group, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$18 - $19

About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is hiring a full-time Cook to prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. The role supports HCSG’s commitment to positively impacting communities and enhancing customer and resident experiences. The Cook prepares meals using planned menus and recipes, upholds food quality and presentation standards, follows food safety and sanitation guidelines, and helps maintain an orderly kitchen. The position also involves assisting with inventory and supply orders and interacting positively with residents, staff, and guests. Pay is listed as USD $18.00–$19.00 per hour. Actual wages may vary based on objective factors such as location, years of experience, staffing needs, and other business reasons. HCSG lists employee benefits including 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. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to follow recipes and dietary restrictions, and meet applicable food-handler or ServSafe certification requirements. Previous cooking or food-preparation experience is preferred. The role requires residency within the service area, compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies, and the ability to perform the listed physical and repetitive tasks and work around food and cleaning products. An approved sanitation and safety course may be required.

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.
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push and pull up to 50 pounds.
Able to stand, sit, bend, and walk for extended periods.
Able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.
Able 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.

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.