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Optalis Healthcare; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Optalis Healthcare is seeking a Cook to prepare and serve meals meeting residents' dietary needs and preferences in a compliant, sanitary kitchen.

You will follow planned menus, ensure proper temperatures, and assist with inventory, cleanliness, and teamwork to support resident satisfaction and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Must have basic food safety knowledge and sanitation practices.
• Strong time-management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work as part of a healthcare dietary team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Ensure food is served at proper temperatures and times.
• Follow physician-ordered therapeutic diets and resident preferences.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and equipment.
• Monitor storage, rotate stock, and minimize waste.
• Support survey readiness and food safety compliance.
• Know and apply food preparation, nutrition, and sanitation standards.
• Follow recipes accurately and manage time effectively.
• Collaborate with team for smooth service.

Skills

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Cook prepares and serves palatable, nutritious meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences in accordance with state and federal regulations. This role ensures food safety, sanitation, and quality standards while contributing to resident satisfaction and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Ensure food is prepared and served at the proper temperature and time.
• Follow physician-ordered therapeutic diets and resident preferences.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and utensils.
• Monitor food storage, rotate stock, and minimize waste.
• Support survey readiness and food safety compliance.
• Knowledge of food preparation, nutrition, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to follow recipes and diet orders accurately.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Teamwork and communication abilities.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year institutional food service experience as a cook.

Preferred:

• Experience in healthcare dietary department.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Standing/walking most of the shift.
• Ability to lift 5--40 lbs and push carts up to 300 lbs with assistance.
• Work in hot, humid kitchen environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals.

Personal Attributes:

• Respect for residents
• Integrity

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