Compassionate Dietary Cook — Nutritious Meals & Benefits

Emerald Healthcare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

PTO

Job summary

Lexington Premier Nursing & Rehab in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking a Dietary Cook to join our culinary team and ensure nutritious, resident-focused meals are prepared and delivered with care. You will follow planned menus, accommodate dietary restrictions, maintain kitchen safety, and collaborate with dietary staff to meet residents' needs while upholding quality standards.

Competitive hourly rate of $12.95 - $15.35, plus medical, dental, vision, 401K and PTO benefits, awaits a motivated cook

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary certification or degree preferred.
• Proven cook experience, preferably in a healthcare or institutional setting.
• Experience with special diets and dietary restrictions is a plus.
• Strong safety, sanitation and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation and cooking per planned menus and dietary guidelines.
• Follow standardized recipes and portion control for consistency.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safe food handling per regulations.
• Adjust meals to accommodate residents' dietary restrictions and preferences.

Skills

Healthcare kitchen

Dietary restrictions knowledge

Food safety

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary certification/degree preferred

Job description

Lexington Premier Nursing & Rehab in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking a Dietary Cook to join our culinary team and ensure nutritious, resident-focused meals are prepared and delivered with care. You will follow planned menus, accommodate dietary restrictions, maintain kitchen safety, and collaborate with dietary staff to meet residents' needs while upholding quality standards.

Competitive hourly rate of $12.95 - $15.35, plus medical, dental, vision, 401K and PTO benefits, awaits a motivated cook