Step into the role of Dietary Cook at Community Care Center and help make a difference in a compassionate, five-star environment!
Why Choose Community Care Center?
Located in the heart of La Mesa, Community Care Center is a trusted 5-star rated facility dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. With 115 beds and a strong focus on rehabilitation, we offer personalized therapy programs that help patients regain their independence in a warm, supportive environment.
For healthcare professionals, we provide hands-on training, a collaborative team culture, and opportunities to grow your career while making a real difference in the lives of high-acuity patients. Join a facility where compassion and excellence go hand in hand.
About the position:
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.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Coordinate dietary service with other departments as necessary.
- Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
- Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Process and communicate diet changes and new diets as ordered when Dietary Services Supervisor (DSS) is not present.
- Record food and equipment temperatures regularly per policy and procedure.
- Oversee meal service when the supervisor is not present.
- Other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed.
- Participate in and implement recommendations from committees (Infection Control, Safety, Dining, Resident Council and Resident Satisfaction, etc.) as directed/necessary.
- 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.
- Any special licenses, certifications, and certificates (First Aid Certification).
- Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with residents to determine preferences and provide acceptable foods.
- Must possess the ability and willingness to deal tactfully and work harmoniously with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
- Must be knowledgeable of dietary practices and procedures.
- Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of dietary service areas, and perform regular inspections of dietary service areas for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties.
- Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.
- Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing dietary practices.
- Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
- Must maintain thorough and proper personal hygiene, proper uniform (including proper shoes per facility policy) and appropriate equipment (hairnets, gloves, aprons, etc.).
- Paid sick leave
- 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.