Health Care Cook • Part Time

Position at Plum Tree Care Center

Plum Tree Care Center, San Jose
Dietary Cook - ($20.50 - $22.00 Per Hour)
Fulltime, Part time and Per diem
Plum Tree Care Center, a Generations Healthcare facility, is in search of a Dietary Cook to join our team. Our skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility has an outstanding reputation in the healthcare industry with an excellent rating for quality patient care. We are committed to providing kind, competent, and compassionate services to those entrusted to our care and an enjoyable work environment for our staff. If you are passionate about helping residents meet their full potential, then this is the right place for you.
Benefits (For Full Time):
We offer a competitive compensation package, healthcare benefits and excellent career growth opportunities. Health Benefits for full-time employees offered 1st of the month following hire date.

Benefits and incentive programs (including sign-on bonuses, if applicable) are subject to eligibility requirements and may change at any time. Sign-on bonus terms and amounts are subject to change and are based on the employee's date of hire.
The primary role of the Dietary Cook is to provide assistance in all food functions as directed/instructed and in accordance with established food policies and procedures.
Inspect special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit to the Director of Food Services.
Coordinate food service with other departments, as necessary.
Work with the facility's dietitian as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
Ensure that all food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
Prepare food for therapeutic diets in accordance with planned menus.
Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
Must be knowledgeable of food procedures.
Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, the appearance of work areas, and perform regular inspections of food service areas for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing food practices.
It is our mission to have this belief reflected in everything we do: in the presentation of our homes, in the professionalism of our staff, and in the daily delivery of care to our residents and their families. We invite you to make a difference in the lives of others and our residents, who represent a Lifetime of Memories, a Lifetime of Care, and a Lifetime of Love.
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