Compassionate Dietary Cook & Aide for Healing Meals

Perimeter Healthcare; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Supplemental insurance options

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington seeks a dedicated Dietary Cook/Aide to prepare and serve nutritious meals, follow dietary guidelines, and maintain high food safety standards in our inpatient environment.

Located in Arlington, Texas, we provide compassionate behavioral health care for children, adolescents and adults, with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities in a mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Food Handler Certification current.
• BLS certification current or obtainable during orientation.
• Handle with Care (HWC) certification current or obtainable during orientation.
• Minimum one year of healthcare/ hospital/ behavioral health food service experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and beverages according to approved menus and production schedules.
• Serve nutritious meals while following dietary guidelines and sanitation standards.
• Prepare therapeutic and modified diets as prescribed.
• Follow all food safety, infection control, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor temperatures of refrigerators, freezers, and dish machines and log results.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, dining areas, and storerooms.
• Label, store, and rotate food products per procedures.
• Adhere to portion control and assist in reducing food waste.
• Support patients during meal service and assist with appropriate selections.
• Wash dishes, clean equipment, and support additional department tasks.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and team-oriented environment.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Food safety knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington seeks a dedicated Dietary Cook/Aide to prepare and serve nutritious meals, follow dietary guidelines, and maintain high food safety standards in our inpatient environment.

Located in Arlington, Texas, we provide compassionate behavioral health care for children, adolescents and adults, with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities in a mission-driven team.