Dietary Cook

Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center; Bessemer (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Shift differentials

Weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Perfect attendance bonuses

Generous holiday pay

Employee referral bonuses

Monthly staff appreciation activities

Job summary

Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center in Bessemer, AL is seeking a Cook to join our dietary team in a fast-paced skilled nursing and long-term care setting. Full-Time/Part-Time/PRN positions with weekly pay are available.

Responsibilities include meal preparation, portioning, food safety, and delivering excellent resident service. Prior cook experience in healthcare is preferred; ServeSafe certification is a plus. Join a team that values care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Cook experience in skilled nursing, healthcare, or long-term care required.
• ServeSafe certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to recipes and guidelines.
• Set up workstations with ingredients and equipment for daily service.
• Measure, weigh, mix, and prepare food items.
• Operate ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, grills, and fryers.
• Use baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming methods.
• Ensure proper portioning, presentation, and quality.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Provide excellent service to residents, guests, and team members.
• Adhere to facility safety and sanitation policies.

Skills

Cook experience

Healthcare/long-term care

ServeSafe certification

Job description

Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center -

Cook – Skilled Nursing Facility

Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center – Bessemer, AL

Full-Time/Par-Time/PRN | Weekly Pay

Join Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center – Where Teamwork and Care Come Together

Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center is hiring Cooks to join our dietary team in a fast-paced skilled nursing and long-term care facility. If you have experience in food service and want to be part of a team that supports residents and each other, we want to connect.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Shift differentials
• Weekly pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Tuition reimbursement
• Perfect attendance bonuses
• Generous holiday pay
• Employee referral bonuses
• Monthly staff appreciation activities

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and production guidelines
• Set up workstations with ingredients and equipment needed for daily service
• Measure, weigh, mix, chop, and prepare food items
• Operate kitchen equipment including ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, grills, and fryers
• Use a variety of cooking methods including baking, roasting, broiling, and steaming
• Ensure proper portioning, presentation, and food quality
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures
• Clean and sanitize kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils
• Provide excellent service to residents, guests, and team members
• Follow all facility safety and sanitation policies
• Support the team with additional duties as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Cook experience required, preferably in skilled nursing, healthcare, or long-term care
• ServeSafe certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and food safety standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Basic math skills for measuring and portioning
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 lbs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable law.