Cook - McKinley Park Care Center - McKinley Park Care Center

$19 to $22 per hour.

McKinley Park Care Center is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in the Sacramento area. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support to our residents, promoting their health and well-being in a comfortable and compassionate environment.

Job Title: PM Shift Cook

Job Description:
We are currently seeking a talented PM Shift Cook to join our culinary team at McKinley Park Care Center. As a PM Shift Cook, you will play a vital role in providing nutritious and delicious meals for our residents. You will work closely with our dietary staff to plan menus, prepare meals, and ensure that all food safety and sanitation standards are met.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plan
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Responsibilities:

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Ability to follow prepared menus and portion control guides.
• Ability to prepare special diets accurately. Record food temperatures for the meals.
• Prepare pureed foods.
• Ability to work in cooperation and harmony with personnel in all departments.
• Maintain quaternary solution in sanitizer buckets.
• Assist with serving the different meals.
• Clean cooking area and serving carts.
• Report resident care concerns and potential issues to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses.
• Participate in the orientation and on-going training of dietary staff.
• Ability to make the presentation of the food appealing to the residents.
• Ability to cooperate.
• Willing to supervise and to work under supervision.
• To make sure all cleaning schedules are followed.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a cook, preferably in a healthcare or senior living setting
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Flexibility to work PM shifts, including evenings and weekends
• A passion for providing high-quality meals and excellent customer service

If you are a skilled cook with a passion for serving others, we would love to hear from you! Join our team at McKinley Park Care Center and make a difference in the lives of our residents every day.