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. Our NeuroRestorative facility located in La Mesa, CA, is a fully licensed JCAHO accredited Congregate Living Healthcare (CLHF) facility that specializes in brain, spinal cord and other life-altering injuries and medically-complex illnesses. We offer in-patient treatment in a residential home-like setting to individuals of all ages, which includes Neurorehabilitation, respite, post-acute, and sub-acute care. We offer a variety of services including amputee care, complex wound care, G- and J- tube feedings, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, multiple IV antibiotic therapy, pulmonary care, social & recreational activities, and more. In addition, in 2023 (for the third year in a row), Sevita has been named by Forbes magazine as one of “America’s Best Employers for Diversity.” The recognition was presented to organizations that have demonstrated diversity in staffing and leadership, as well as being proactive in diversity and inclusion initiatives. 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 Dietary and Food 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. This role is a great place to start in our company with a myriad of career options to move up and across the organization, is critical to our success, and exemplifies the wonderful mission driven work we do here every day. **Dietary and Food Cook** + Full-time position available + $17.00-$19.00/hour (based on experience) + Shift time = 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM + 2 hours of overtime each shift (overtime pay =$25.50-$29.25/hour) + Full-time schedule + Week 1: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday + Week 2: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday + Repeat + Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K w/ company match, life insurance, and more). + Food handler’s certificate required + Valid driver's license (in good standing) required **La Mesa, CA** + 15-bed NeuroRestorative facility located on Aztec Dr. + In-patient residential setting sub-acute physical rehab + Low patient ratios + On-demand pay via Dayforce Wallet **Responsibilities:** + Clean and maintain kitchen and other work areas so that health standards are met and the home is neat and debris-free. + Maintain and clean counter and floor surfaces, and empty trash receptacles. + Follow universal precautions and procedures regarding cleaners, hazardous materials, and infection control. + Disinfect equipment and supplies. + Purchase groceries and kitchen supplies + Review work orders to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared + Prepare, season, and cook food + Carve portions of meat, fish, or fowl for individual servings + Inspect food storage and directs sanitary maintenance of kitchen and storage facilities + Oversee and coordinate activities of kitchen workers preparing and cooking foods + Plan and review menus + Determine food quantities, labor, and overhead costs **Qualifications:** + Current food handler’s certificate + Kitchen/restaurant and/or cook experience required (preferably in healthcare) + Janitorial/cleaning experience required + Valid driver’s license in good standing + A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach + An acute attention to detail **Why Join Us?** + Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week. + 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. **_Apply today and explore careers, well lived at Sevita._** Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S. _As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law._