Dietary Cook

Carecorelakeridge; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

PTO and Holiday Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Supportive team environment

Job summary

CareCore at Lakeridge is seeking a reliable and motivated Cook to join our dietary team, providing quality meals and a positive dining experience for residents. The role includes preparing and cooking meals per menus and dietary guidelines, ensuring safe handling and storage, and collaborating with dietary staff and nursing team.

Rotating weekends and holidays are part of the schedule, with benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO/holiday pay, 401(k) with company match, and a supportive

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required, healthcare or LTC preferred.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets (mechanical soft, purees, etc.) preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and food safety standards.
• Reliable and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with planned menus and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure food is prepared, served, and stored safely.
• Follow all sanitation and infection control standards.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and complete required logs.
• Assist with kitchen organization, cleaning, and inventory.
• Work collaboratively with dietary team and nursing staff.

Skills

Cooking experience

Attention to detail

Job description

CareCore at Lakeridge is seeking a reliable and motivated Cook to join our dietary team. This role plays a key part in providing quality meals and a positive dining experience for our residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with planned menus and dietary guidelines
• Ensure food is prepared, served, and stored safely
• Follow all sanitation and infection control standards
• Maintain proper food temperatures and complete required logs
• Assist with kitchen organization, cleaning, and inventory
• Work collaboratively with dietary team and nursing staff

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required, healthcare or LTC preferred
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets (mechanical soft, purees, etc.) preferred
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Strong attention to detail and food safety standards
• Reliable and team-oriented

Schedule

• Rotating weekends and holidays

Benefits (for eligible employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision
• PTO and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Supportive team environment

Join a team that takes pride in serving great food and making a difference in residents’ daily lives.