Dietary Cook

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Minimum pay: $16.00 – $21.00 per hour. Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, credentials, employment status, and work schedule.

The Cook is responsible for preparing food in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and procedures. The Cook will assist the Head Cook and/or Director of Food Services to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times. This role involves cooking a variety of dishes in large quantities, managing kitchen stations, and contributing to a healthy and enjoyable dining experience for residents in long‑term care, short‑term rehab, skilled nursing, LTACH, and sub‑acute care settings.

• Prepare, cook, and present meals for residents in multiple care settings.
• Ensure food safety and quality by adhering to federal, state, and local regulations.
• Work with the Head Cook to maintain daily menus and special dietary requests.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Assist with inventory management and prep work as needed.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related medical facility (preferred).
• Ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking, understanding).
• Strong customer‑service skills.

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits – multiple medical, dental, vision plans, pharmacy, teladoc.
• Health savings account and flexible spending accounts.
• Long‑term and short‑term disability plans, hospital indemnity insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance.
• Whole life and voluntary life/AD&D insurance.
• Legal plan and employee assistance program.
• Commuter benefits and 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off – vacation and sick leave as per state laws.
• Opportunities to advance and grow your career.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA/M/F/DV.

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