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Now Hiring: Dietary Cook – Full-Time
Join the Team at Medical Hill Healthcare Center!
Position: Dietary Cook Facility: Medical Hill Healthcare Center Employment Type: Full-Time Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour
About the Role
Medical Hill Healthcare Center is seeking a dependable, skilled, and passionate Full-Time Dietary Cook to join our dietary services team. We are committed to providing nutritious, high-quality meals that support the health, comfort, and well-being of our residents.
The ideal candidate enjoys cooking, takes pride in food quality and presentation, and understands the importance of preparing meals that meet residents' individual dietary needs.
If you are a team player who enjoys making a difference through food service and resident care, we encourage you to apply!
What We Offer
- Competitive pay of $22.00 per hour
- Full-time employment opportunity
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Employee rewards and bonus opportunities, where applicable
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Meaningful work supporting residents' health and well-being
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and established dietary guidelines.
- Ensure meals are nutritious, appetizing, and properly portioned.
- Follow prescribed diets, texture modifications, and other resident-specific dietary requirements.
- Maintain proper food temperatures and follow food safety and sanitation standards.
- Ensure the kitchen, cooking equipment, and food preparation areas remain clean and organized.
- Monitor food supplies and assist with inventory management.
- Coordinate with dietary staff to ensure meals are prepared and served on schedule.
- Follow infection control procedures and applicable health department regulations.
- Minimize food waste while maintaining meal quality and portion consistency.
- Support the dietary team in providing excellent service to residents.
Qualifications
- Previous cooking or food service experience preferred.
- Experience in a skilled nursing facility, healthcare setting, or institutional kitchen is a plus.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
- Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special dietary instructions.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Food handler certification or other required credentials, as applicable.
- Compassionate and resident-focused attitude.
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