Dietary Cook
PACS Group · Moraga Post Acute · $18–$19/hr (stated in the posting)
Now Hiring: Part-Time Dietary Cook
Moraga Post Acute | Moraga, CA
Employment Type: Part-Time
Pay Rate: $18.00–$19.00+ per hour (DOE)
Join Our Team at Moraga Post Acute!
Moraga Post Acute is seeking a dependable and dedicated Part-Time Dietary Cook to join our team! If you enjoy cooking, take pride in preparing quality meals, and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents, we encourage you to apply.
As a Dietary Cook, you will help prepare nutritious, appealing meals that meet residents' individual dietary needs while maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Position Summary
The Dietary Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking meals according to approved menus, standardized recipes, therapeutic diet requirements, and facility guidelines. The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, team-oriented, and committed to providing excellent dining experiences for our residents.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus, recipes, and dietary requirements.
- Follow therapeutic and physician-ordered diets, including diabetic, low-sodium, mechanical soft, and pureed diets.
- Ensure proper portion sizes and appealing meal presentation.
- Monitor food quality, freshness, and proper food temperatures.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
- Assist with meal tray preparation and timely meal service.
- Properly store, label, and rotate food and supplies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations.
- Assist with inventory and supply management.
- Work collaboratively with the dietary team to ensure quality meals and excellent resident service.
- Follow facility policies and applicable health and safety regulations.
Qualifications
- Previous cooking experience preferred, especially in healthcare, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or commercial food service.
- Knowledge of therapeutic diets and food safety practices preferred.
- Food Handler's Certificate required or must be obtained upon hire.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Dependable, punctual, and committed to quality resident care.
- Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed.
What We Offer
- Part-Time Employment
- $18.00–$19.00+ per hour, depending on experience
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Rewarding opportunity to serve seniors and healthcare residents
- Benefits available for eligible employees
Apply Today!
If you're passionate about cooking and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, apply today to join the team at Moraga Post Acute!
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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