Dietary Cook (Full Time)

Healthcare Services Group • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook 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 $20.50 per hour. Wage may vary based on objective factors, including location, years of experience, staffing needs, and other business reasons.

The Cook prepares meals according to planned menus and recipes, maintains food quality and kitchen cleanliness, follows food safety and sanitation guidelines, assists with inventory and supply ordering, and provides positive customer service to residents, staff, and guests. The position requires compliance with applicable COVID-19 vaccination policies and residency within the service area. A sanitation and safety course may be required, and a current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required where mandated by state or county law.

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.
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification where required by state or county law.
• Residency within the service area.

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, providing excellent customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free telemedicine
• Free prescription discount program
• Free employee assistance programs
• Access to PNC EarnedIt to get paid when needed
• Financial wellness support from PNC Workplace Banking
• Hands-on training and support
• Career development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED