Daytime Baker & Prep Cook — Healthcare Kitchen

Nhccare; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Meal Every Shift

No Late Nights!

Earned Time Off

Holiday Incentive Pay

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Job summary

NHC HealthCare Franklin in Franklin, TN is seeking a Baker/Assistant Cook to join the Food and Nutrition Services team. Schedule is 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5 days a week, with a pay range of $17–$20 per hour.

This full-time role focuses on baking, cooking, and preparing nutritious meals for residents in a daytime, no-late-night environment. You will prepare desserts, assist with breakfast, lunch, and dinner, follow menus and dietary requirements, maintain a clean kitchen, and support meal service.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking or baking preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and dietary instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, cleanliness, and food presentation.
• Dependable team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and bake desserts and other menu items for resident meals.
• Assist with meal preparation for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Follow daily menus, production sheets, standardized recipes, and special dietary requirements.
• Prepare cold foods, side dishes, and other items needed for meal service.
• Keep the tray line refrigerator stocked, organized, and ready for service.
• Assist morning and evening cooks with food preparation as needed.
• Help serve meals on the tray line and in the dining room.
• Assist with setting tables, serving residents, and clearing dining areas when needed.
• Wash, clean, and properly store pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen while following food safety standards.
• Work closely with team members to ensure residents receive quality meals and excellent service.

Job description

NHC HealthCare Franklin in Franklin, TN is seeking a Baker/Assistant Cook to join the Food and Nutrition Services team. Schedule is 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 5 days a week, with a pay range of $17–$20 per hour.

This full-time role focuses on baking, cooking, and preparing nutritious meals for residents in a daytime, no-late-night environment. You will prepare desserts, assist with breakfast, lunch, and dinner, follow menus and dietary requirements, maintain a clean kitchen, and support meal service.