Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Dietary Cook and make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate care to those in need.
Lodi Creek Post-Acute is located at Lodi, CA. It has 86 beds.The mission of Lodi Creek Post-Acute is to provide high-quality, compassionate care that improves the quality of life for residents. It aims to foster an environment of dignity, respect, and continuous improvement. The vision is to be a leader in skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, offering innovative care solutions that set the standard in the industry, while remaining committed to the well-being of both residents and staff.
WHY JOIN US?
Lodi Creek Post-Acute centers around providing a supportive and empowering workplace. Employees are valued as key contributors to the facility’s success, and the company offers a range of incentives, including professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a positive work-life balance. The culture promotes collaboration, innovation, and the fulfillment of making a meaningful impact on the lives of residents. The leadership recognizes the importance of employee well-being, which translates into a strong sense of job satisfaction and loyalty.
Position Overview:
The Dietary Cook role functions to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulation, with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Dietitian and/or Dietary Services Supervisor, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times. As Cook, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
Prepare palatable and appetizing meals in accordance with planned menus and temperature requirements on a timely basis.
Prepare food for therapeutic and texture modified diets in accordance with planned menus with established portion control procedures.
Assist in preparing and serving residents nutritional snacks and nourishments as ordered as needed.
Be sure that appropriate equipment and utensils are provided with the resident’s meal tray, including special equipment, isolation equipment, etc. as ordered.
Prepare and serve alternate food choices to residents who refuse foods served in compliance with the resident's diet order.
Qualifications:
One (1) year dietary experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred but not required.
One (1) year cooking experience required.
Food handler certificate is preferred.
BENEFITS:
Paid sick leave
PTO
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Healthcare insurance
Life insurance
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.