A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$18.48-$18.50 per hour, based on experience Bring Your Cooking Skills to a Team That Cares! Visalia Post Acute is seeking a dependable On-Call Dietary Cook to join our dietary team! Help make each day better for our residents by preparing nutritious, flavorful meals that support their health, comfort, and well-being.
Schedule:
On-call, providing coverage as needed. Hours and shifts may vary based on facility needs. Responsibilities Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus, recipes, and portion guidelines. Follow prescribed diets, food texture requirements, and resident dietary restrictions. Ensure meals are appealing, properly prepared, and served at appropriate temperatures. Record food temperatures and follow safe food handling and storage procedures. Prepare modified-texture foods, including pureed meals, as directed. Coordinate with dietary staff to ensure timely meal preparation and service. Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, including equipment and work surfaces. Properly label, date, and store food and assist with monitoring supplies. Report equipment issues, food safety concerns, and resident meal concerns to the Dietary Supervisor. Follow facility safety, sanitation, and infection prevention procedures. Qualifications Previous cooking experience preferred, especially in a healthcare, long-term care, or high-volume kitchen. Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special diet instructions. Knowledge of basic food preparation, kitchen sanitation, and safe food handling. Strong time management, communication, and teamwork skills. Dependable attendance and willingness to provide coverage for varying shifts as needed. Ability to perform essential job duties, with reasonable accommodations as needed. Why Join Visalia Post Acute? Competitive hourly pay. Meaningful work supporting residents' nutrition and quality of life. Opportunities to build your culinary and healthcare food service skills. Training and professional development opportunities. Benefits based on eligibility and facility policy. Put your passion for cooking to work at Visalia Post Acute—apply today! 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.
