Dietary Cook Gujarati Cuisine Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Indian Cook (Gujarati Cuisine Specialist)

Pay Rate: $20 per hour

• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event – "Thankful Thursday"

• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!

• Exciting Attendance Program!!

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Eligibility subject to hours worked)

• 401(K)

• Holiday Pay

• Paid Time Off

Alameda Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

We are seeking an experienced Indian Cook with expertise in preparing authentic Gujarati food. The candidate will be responsible for planning, preparing, and cooking authentic Gujarati meals for 50+ residents, as well as staff and visitors on a per-diem basis. The cook ensures all meals meet dietary requirements and are served on schedule while maintaining strict sanitation and safety standards. In the absence of the Food Service Director and Assistant Food Service Director, the cook directs other food service staff.

• Prepare authentic, high-quality Gujarati meals for 50+ residents in accordance with established menus and dietary guidelines.

• Handle and prepare all food in compliance with state, local, and facility sanitary regulations.

• Prepare appetizing meals customized to specific resident diets as prescribed by attending physicians.

• Maintain meal schedules consistently and efficiently manage volume food production.

• Minimize food waste through proper portion control and inventory management.

• Maintain and properly care for dietary equipment, production sheets, and kitchen facilities.

• Communicate effectively with the Food Service Director and collaborate with kitchen and facility personnel.

• Ensure residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring, compassionate, and respectful atmosphere.

• Perform related duties and cleaning tasks as assigned.

• Proven experience preparing authentic Gujarati cuisine in a high-volume, institutional, or commercial kitchen setting.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Ability to read, write, and follow written and oral instructions in English.

• Annual verification of a negative TB skin test required.

• Deep knowledge of traditional Gujarati recipes, spice pairings, and volume cooking techniques.

• Strong knowledge of sanitation standards and practices applied to institutional kitchens.

• Ability to perform basic arithmetical calculations for recipe scaling and portion control.

• Problem-solving skills to manage kitchen operations in the absence of leadership.

• Basic computer skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting warmly with residents, families, and team members.