Dietary Cook

Brighton Healthcare Management; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Brighton Healthcare Management seeks a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a compassionate, sanitary kitchen environment. You will follow planned menus, adapt to dietary restrictions, and help ensure timely, pleasant meal service.

Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, assisting with inventory, complying with safety and health regulations, and collaborating with dietary aides to meet residents' needs. Prior healthcare cooking experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare dietary settings or institutional cooking preferred.
• Knowledge of basic nutrition and dietary requirements for seniors.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and dietary guidelines accurately.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for extended periods.
• Must pass background check and health screening as required by facility policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with planned menus, dietary restrictions, and portion controls.
• Ensure food is prepared and served at proper temperatures and in a sanitary manner.
• Follow sanitation and food safety procedures per health department regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, work areas, and storage spaces.
• Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies.
• Collaborate with dietary aides to ensure timely meal service.
• Adapt recipes to meet special dietary needs of residents (diabetic, low sodium, pureed).
• Monitor inventory and notify supervisor of shortages or low-stock items.
• Comply with infection control policies and participate in safety training.
• Exhibit professional behavior and promote a positive environment for residents and staff.

Skills

Healthcare dietary

Nutrition knowledge

Recipe following

Communication

Teamwork

Stamina

Background check

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and compassionate Dietary Cook to join our team. The Dietary Cook prepares nutritious meals for our residents while ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment. This role is vital in supporting the nutritional well-being and overall quality of life for our residents.

Dietary Cook Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with planned menus, dietary restrictions, and portion controls.

• Ensure food is prepared and served at proper temperatures and in an appealing and sanitary manner.

• Follow all sanitation and food safety procedures in compliance with health department regulations.

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, work areas, and food storage areas.

• Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies in an organized and timely manner.

• Collaborate with dietary aides and staff to ensure timely meal service.

• Adapt recipes and menu items to meet the special dietary needs of residents (e.g., diabetic, low sodium, pureed diets).

• Monitor food inventory and notify supervisor of shortages or low-stock items.

• Comply with infection control policies and participate in safety and sanitation training as required.

• Exhibit professional behavior and promote a positive, respectful environment for residents and staff.

Dietary Cook Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a healthcare dietary setting or institutional cooking preferred.

• Knowledge of basic nutrition, food preparation techniques, and dietary requirements for seniors.

• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and dietary guidelines accurately.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for extended periods.

• Must pass background check and health screening as required by facility policies.