Dietary Cook

Park Highlands Nursing; Athens (TX); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

AD&D & Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance (Whole/Term)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Park Highlands Nursing is seeking a reliable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, well‑prepared meals for residents. You will follow standardized recipes, manage ingredients, and support resident well‑being in a fast-paced kitchen.

This full‑time role emphasizes dependability, time management, teamwork, and the ability to adapt to changing menu needs. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow menus and recipes to consistently produce high quality meals.
• Excellent time management and multitasking in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong sanitation, safety, and portion-control practices.
• Ability to lift, bend, and twist as required during food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to standardized recipes in a safe, sanitary manner.
• Suggest creative ways to utilize leftovers and manage overstock efficiently.
• Accurately prepare, portion, and serve meals based on recipes and dietary plans.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas according to health standards.
• Safely perform physical tasks required during food preparation.

Skills

Food preparation

Time management

Team collaboration

Leadership ability

Job description

Join Our Team as a Dietary Cook

Prepare Delicious Meals and Support Resident Well-Being

We're seeking a reliable and dedicated Dietary Cook to join our team! This role is essential to ensuring our residents receive nutritious, well-prepared meals. Success in this position requires dependability, strong time management, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Your Impact as a Dietary Cook

In this role, you will:

• Prepare Meals: Cook all menu items according to standardized recipes in a safe and sanitary manner
• Manage Ingredients: Suggest creative ways to utilize leftovers and manage overstock efficiently
• Ensure Quality Control: Accurately prepare, portion, and serve meals based on recipes and dietary plans
• Maintain Cleanliness: Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas according to health standards
• Perform Physical Tasks: Safely lift, bend, and twist as needed during food preparation

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re looking for someone who:

• Can follow menus and recipes to consistently produce high-quality meals
• Ensures meals are prepared and served on time
• Adapts easily to changing tasks and kitchen needsWorks well in a team and can step into a leadership role when needed

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more
• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies
• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education
• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off
• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility
• Unwavering Support: Exceptional corporate resources and leadership

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.