Dietary Aide / Cook

Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Newton, IA is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide / Cook to assist with meal preparation, cooking, food service, and maintaining a clean kitchen. This dual-role position supports nutritious meals for residents and requires adherence to dietary policies and safety standards.

Shifts include Part Time with every other weekend availability. Experience in dining services and ServSafe certification are preferred or required, as applicable, for this

Qualifications

• 1 year dining services experience in healthcare preferred.
• Culinary school training preferred.
• ServSafe Certification required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and portion control guidelines.
• Plan food production to coordinate with scheduled meal service.
• Follow standardized recipes and therapeutic diet orders.
• Prepare food for regular, modified, and special diets.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items, portion sizes, and plate presentation.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards.
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, appliances, and work areas.
• Assist with serving meals in a timely and courteous manner.
• Support meal preparation and other food service duties as assigned.
• Assist with dishwashing and kitchen cleanup as needed.
• Work collaboratively with the dietary team to provide exceptional service to residents.

Skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Valley Vista for Nursing and Rehabilitation -

Dietary Aide / Cook

Location: Newton Health Care Center | Newton, IA

Newton Health Care Center is seeking a Dietary Aide / Cook to join our skilled nursing facility in Newton, IA.

This dual-role position is responsible for assisting with meal preparation, cooking, food service, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment. The Dietary Aide / Cook plays an important role in ensuring residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals while following all dietary policies and food safety regulations.

Shift Available

• Part Time - Dietary Aide

• Every other weekend

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and portion control guidelines

• Plan food production to coordinate with scheduled meal service

• Follow standardized recipes and therapeutic diet orders

• Prepare food for regular, modified, and special diets

• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently

• Maintain knowledge of menu items, portion sizes, and plate presentation

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards

• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, appliances, and work areas

• Assist with serving meals in a timely and courteous manner

• Support meal preparation and other food service duties as assigned

• Assist with dishwashing and kitchen cleanup as needed

• Work collaboratively with the dietary team to provide exceptional service to residents

Qualifications

• One (1) year of dining services experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or other healthcare setting preferred

• Culinary school training preferred

• Current ServSafe Certification required

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards