Compassionate Senior Care Cook - Nutritious Meals

Hillcrest Healthcare; Corinth (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Healthcare is seeking a dietary cook to prepare meals for residents in a long-term care facility. You will follow prescribed diet specifications and facility procedures, ensuring sanitary standards and on-time meal service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, hospitality for residents, and adherence to safety practices, with duties ranging from menu-based cooking to tray assembly and quality checks.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing foods in large quantities.
• Organized and detailed in work performance.
• Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
• Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility.
• Comply with the Residents' Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures.
• Perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements.
• Perform Essential Duties as outlined above.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook resident meals in quantities according to menu and number of persons served.
• Prepare meals according to proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods.
• Clean work area and equipment in accordance with sanitation requirements.
• Taste, smell, and observe all foods prepared to confirm with recipes, and good taste and appetizing appearance.
• Consistently prepare meals on time so that serving schedules are being met.
• Serve food according to dietary guidelines, checking each tray for completeness and accuracy.
• Monitor portion control guidelines for individual residents to prevent food waste.

Skills

Cooking in large quantities

Attention to detail

Good communication

Caring for elderly residents

Job description

Hillcrest Healthcare is seeking a dietary cook to prepare meals for residents in a long-term care facility. You will follow prescribed diet specifications and facility procedures, ensuring sanitary standards and on-time meal service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, hospitality for residents, and adherence to safety practices, with duties ranging from menu-based cooking to tray assembly and quality checks.