Dietary Cook

Encore Health Partners; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Tapcheck Same Day Pay

Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital

Health, Vision & Dental

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Encore Health Partners in Bowling Green, KY is seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to join our dietary team. You will work with the Cook to implement regular and special diet menus, assist in meal preparation, and ensure food is available for cooks to prepare according to physicians' prescriptions.

You will recognize dietary emergencies, document observations, and help maintain quality, safety, and sanitation across the kitchen and dining areas, while supporting residents’ nutritional needs and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Cook to implement recommended changes, assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by attending physicians, and assure that food is available for preparation by cooks.
• Recognize and respond to dietary emergencies, and document observations, interventions and outcomes.
• Complete forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc. to assure control of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in developing methods to determine quality and quantity of food served.
• Meet with the Dietary Supervisor to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and the improvement of services and assure that food service is properly maintained to meet the needs of residents.
• Assist the Cook in preparation of food.
• Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in accordance with portion control procedures, as well as for therapeutic diets in accordance with scheduled menus and sanitary regulations.
• Inspect diet trays to assure accuracy, portion control, appealing layout, etc., and evaluate kitchen and dietary area, etc. for upkeep, supply control, cleanliness and safety.
• Operate the dishwasher, clean the kitchen area and equipment.
• Report disrepair of dietary equipment, supplies, etc.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Our facility is currently seeking a part-time Dietary Aide to join our dietary team. This opportunity is available on both day and evening shifts. Our facility is comprised of professionals dedicated to maintaining the highest quality of life for those served while encouraging the support of family, friends, and community.

It’s more than a job- it’s an opportunity to be part of a family that deeply influences the lives of our residents on a daily basis. With a culture that is centered on teamwork and a mission to provide the highest quality care in a residential setting, you will find a sense of belonging and purpose.

Schedule

• Part-time

Responsibilities

• Work with the Cook to implement recommended changes, assist in planning regular and special diet menus as prescribed by attending physicians, and assure that food is available for preparation by cooks.
• Recognize and respond to dietary emergencies, and document observations, interventions and outcomes.
• Complete forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc. to assure control of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in developing methods to determine quality and quantity of food served.
• Meet with the Dietary Supervisor to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and the improvement of services and assure that food service is properly maintained to meet the needs of residents.
• Assist the Cook in preparation of food.
• Serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in accordance with portion control procedures, as well as for therapeutic diets in accordance with scheduled menus and sanitary regulations.
• Inspect diet trays to assure accuracy, portion control, appealing layout, etc., and evaluate kitchen and dietary area, etc. for upkeep, supply control, cleanliness and safety.
• Operate the dishwasher, clean the kitchen area and equipment.
• Report disrepair of dietary equipment, supplies, etc.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Tapcheck Same Day Pay
• Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Health, Vision & Dental
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Note: Benefit eligibility depends on employment status.

We also strive to take care of our employees by providing continuing education, scholarship opportunities, a free Employee Assistance Program, direct deposit, and Perfect Attendance perks!

Equal Opportunity Employer.