Dietary Cook - Part Time
Part-Time Dietary Cook
McClure Post Acute
Location: Oakland, CA
Schedule: Part-Time
Pay: $22.00–$24.00 per hour
McClure Post Acute is looking for a dependable and experienced Part-Time Dietary Cook to join our dietary team. If you enjoy preparing nutritious, high-quality meals and making a positive impact on residents' daily lives, we'd love to meet you.
Position Summary
The Dietary Cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals while maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment. In the absence of the Dietary Supervisor, the cook is responsible for managing the daily operation of the kitchen and ensuring food service runs smoothly.
Essential Responsibilities
Prepare nutritious, appetizing meals according to approved menus and recipes
Cook a variety of foods in large quantities while maintaining quality and consistency
Follow portion control guidelines and prepare therapeutic and special diets accurately
Prepare pureed meals as needed
Record and monitor food temperatures to ensure food safety compliance
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and cooking area
Maintain proper sanitizer (quaternary solution) levels in sanitation buckets
Assist with meal service and ensure attractive food presentation
Clean cooking equipment, food preparation areas, and serving carts
Ensure all kitchen cleaning schedules are completed
Work collaboratively with staff across all departments
Report resident care concerns or safety issues to the Administrator and/or Director of Nursing
Participate in the orientation and ongoing training of dietary staff
Provide supervision and support to kitchen staff when the Dietary Supervisor is unavailable
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of one year of cooking experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or long-term care setting preferred
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Ability to prepare therapeutic and modified diets
Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills
Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Why Join McClure Post Acute?
Competitive pay of $22.00–$24.00 per hour
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents
Ongoing training and professional development
Stable part-time schedule
If you're passionate about preparing quality meals and providing exceptional service to our residents, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join the McClure Post Acute team!
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.