Cook

PACS

Last Updated: 5/7/2026 1:54:41 PM

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Current Days Open
17
Reqs Seen
7
Current Min Salary
$19.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$20.00 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
30
First Seen
8/22/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$18.00 (Hourly)
9/5/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$22.00 (Hourly)
11/25/2025

Full Job Description

Cook Ridgeway Post Acute Petaluma, CA Starting Pay: $19$20/hr + DOE Ridgeway Post Acute, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Petaluma, CA, is seeking experienced and motivated Cooks to join our dietary team. Our kitchen team plays a vital role in providing nutritious, well-balanced meals to residents in our long-term care and post-acute community. If you take pride in your work, thrive in a team environment, and want to make a meaningful impact every day wed love to meet you. Why Work With Us Competitive pay starting at $19$20/hr + DOE Full-time, part-time, and on-call schedules available Supportive team environment with strong leadership Opportunity for growth in healthcare food services The chance to make a positive difference in residents lives every day Key Responsibilities Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements Follow therapeutic diet guidelines and portion control standards Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices Collaborate with the Dietary Manager and kitchen team Assist with kitchen organization, cleaning, and meal service Qualifications Previous cooking experience required (healthcare or large-volume cooking preferred) Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation standards Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset Dependable, organized, and committed to quality resident care This is a great opportunity for a dependable Cook, Line Cook, or Food Service Worker looking for a stable and rewarding role in healthcare. Apply today and join the Ridgeway Post Acute team where your skills and compassion truly make a difference. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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