Caring Cook & Diet Aide for Nursing Facility

Timberlyn Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation; Great Barrington (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Timberlyn Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation in Great Barrington, MA is seeking a Cook/Diet Aide to join our dietary team. The role supports resident meals, adheres to safety and dietary guidelines, and collaborates with staff.

Experience in institutional food service is a plus, but training is provided. This on-site position requires physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs and good communication with residents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service in an institutional setting is preferred, but not required.
• Willing and able to use institutional equipment for food preparation.
• Be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to read, write, and understand the proper diet language.

Responsibilities

• Safe food handling
• Assists with food preparation
• Prepares food items/ ensures safe food handling practices
• Willing and able to use institutional equipment for food preparation
• Be able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to read, write, and understand the proper diet language [will train]
• Able to work well with residents, staff and supervisors
• Good communication/interpersonal skills

Skills

Safe food handling

Food preparation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Job description

Timberlyn Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation in Great Barrington, MA is seeking a Cook/Diet Aide to join our dietary team. The role supports resident meals, adheres to safety and dietary guidelines, and collaborates with staff.

Experience in institutional food service is a plus, but training is provided. This on-site position requires physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs and good communication with residents and colleagues.