NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges.

In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

NeuroRestorative, a member of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges.

In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

With a myriad of career options to move up and across the organization, this role is a great place to start in our company.

Critical to our success, this role exemplifies the wonderful mission driven work we do here every day at NeuroRestorative!

Do you have culinary skills and a desire to work for a company that actively improves the lives of the individuals it serves?

As a Cook, you will help in our commitment to serve others by coordinating menus, preparing food for the individuals receiving our services and clean and maintain all common areas.

Dietary and Food Cook

• La Mesa, CA
• 15-bed NeuroRestorative facility located on 5640 Aztec Dr.
• In-patient residential setting sub-acute physical rehab
• Full-time position available
• Per-Diem position available
• 7am-5 : 30pm (see schedule below under Schedule’)
• 10-hr shifts w / overtime after 8th hour
• Every other weekend off (Friday / Saturday / Sunday) for fulltime positions
• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k w / company match, life insurance and more!) for fulltime positions
• Ability to access daily earned pay via Dayforce Wallet
• $$ based on experience

Job Duties (including, but not limited to) :

As a Cook, you will help in our commitment to serve others by coordinating menus and preparing food for the individuals receiving our services.

• Prepare three meals a day for up to 15 residents.
• Prepare meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and offer appropriate substitutions, if necessary.
• Review menus to identify all food required for therapeutic diets before preparing meals.
• Knowledgeable about various dietary restrictions, including diabetic, gluten free, and other nutritional
• Modify food textures using blender and thickener as needed.
• Control portions per Therapeutic Diet Manual.
• Prepare meals for service using correct tray set up.
• Serve food at required temperatures.
• Maintain and document required refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily.
• Post menus in areas easily accessible to residents.
• Maintain a 96 hour supply of food and water to be used for disaster situations.
• Store leftover food per NeuroRestorative Policy and Procedure.
• Date all food items upon delivery and prior to storing in appropriate location.
• Maintain a kitchen and equipment cleaning schedule according to NeuroRestorative Policy and Procedure.
• Use dishwasher for washing and drying dishes. When dishwasher is in operable, follow NeuroRestorative Policy and Procedure for manual dishwashing.
• Prepare grocery lists and product amounts based on standardized menu on a bi-weekly schedule.
• Able to use simple math to determine recipe ingredient quantities and dilution of cleaning solutions.
• Maintain updated resident profiles.
• Report any hazardous conditions, equipment, accidents and incidents to supervisor.
• Attend monthly staff meetings.
• Participate in Performance Improvement and Safety Programs as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Valid Food Handler’s Certificate
• Six months of related experience
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines
• Effective communication skills to manage relationships
• Strong culinary knowledge and a commitment to excellent customer service

Schedule :

• Cook must be able to work a 10-hour day from 7 : 00am-5 : 30pm.
• Cook is on a 2-week rotating schedule :
• Week 1 days are Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday
• Week 2 days are Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday
• Schedule repeats every 2 weeks.

Why Join Us?

• Full compensation / benefits package for employees working 30 hours / week.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
• Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

Last updated : 2024-06-08