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Dietary Cook Part time
Job Location:
Job Location:
Los Gatos, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 20 - 23
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
27 August 2026 (14 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
24 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Dietary Cook Part-Time AM 5 am-1:30 PM and PM 11:30 am-8:00 PM shifts
Facility: Vasona Creek Healthcare Center
Location: 16412 Los Gatos Blvd Los Gatos CA 95032
Pay Range: $20.00 $23.00 per hour
Shift: Part-Time AM and PM
Location: 16412 Los Gatos Blvd Los Gatos CA 95032
Pay Range: $20.00 $23.00 per hour
Shift: Part-Time AM and PM
About Vasona Creek Healthcare Center
Vasona Creek Healthcare Center is a premier 148-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility nestled in the beautiful foothills of Los Gatos. We provide 24/7 skilled nursing rehabilitation and long-term care in a warm home-like environment.
Our culinary team is dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents by providing nutritious well-balanced meals that meet their specific medical and dietary needs. At Vasona Creek we pride ourselves on a culture of professionalism attentive care and a supportive team environment.
The Role
We are seeking a reliable and skilled Cook to join our dietary department for the PM shift. You will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals that are both appetizing and compliant with prescribed therapeutic diet orders. This role is essential in promoting the health and well-being of our residents through an enjoyable dining experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Meal Preparation: Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
- Therapeutic Specialization: Accurately prepare food for therapeutic and modified diets including low-sodium diabetic and texture-modified (pureed) options.
- Food Safety: Maintain 100% compliance with local state and federal sanitation and infection control standards.
- Kitchen Operations: Monitor and record food temperatures label and rotate inventory and maintain a clean organized workstation.
- Resident Interaction: Ensure food quality and presentation meet facility standards while interacting positively with residents and guests.
- Team Support: Collaborate with the Dietary Director and nursing staff to ensure appropriate nutrition for every resident.
Requirements
- Experience: Previous cooking experience in a healthcare hospital or long-term care facility is highly preferred.
- Certification: Valid ServSafe or California Food Handlers certificate (or willingness to obtain).
- Knowledge: Basic understanding of modified diets portion control and food safety sanitation.
- Skills: Ability to follow standardized recipes manage time in a fast-paced environment and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Physical Ability: Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks required in a commercial kitchen setting.
Why Join Us
- Competitive Pay: A starting rate of $20.00 $23.00 per hour.
- Convenient Location: Centrally located in Los Gatos easily accessible from the Palo Alto Medical Foundation.
- Work-Life Balance: Part-time scheduling for the PM shift perfect for those seeking consistency outside of standard morning hours.
- Professional Growth: Opportunity to work in a highly-rated facility with a dedicated clinical and social services team.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Required Experience:
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About Company
PACS Group is a national post-acute care and skilled nursing platform supporting 300+ facilities with services that elevate care and operations.
