Dietary Cook

DLU Healthcare; City of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic work environment

Growth opportunities

Care-focused culture

Job summary

Oak Hill Manor Nursing Home in Ithaca, NY is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for Residents, in collaboration with the Dietary Manager. You will help plan menus, prepare food, and ensure safe, high-quality presentation in a clean, organized kitchen.

The role emphasizes attention to dietary restrictions, teamwork, and providing excellent service to Residents, families, and staff while maintaining compliance with food safety guidelines.

Job description

Dietary Cook

Join Our Team at Oak Hill Manor Nursing Home!

At Oak Hill Manor, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care and services to our Residents. As a Dietary Cook, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest quality of life for our Residents. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team in Ithaca, New York.

About the Role:

As a Dietary Cook, your primary responsibility will be to prepare and serve delicious and nutritious meals to our Residents. You will work closely with our Dietary Manager to plan and coordinate menu planning, food preparation, and food service. Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask will be essential in maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals to our Residents, adhering to dietary restrictions and special requests


• Plan and coordinate menu planning with the Dietary Manager, considering Resident preferences and nutritional needs


• Assist with food preparation, cooking, and serving, ensuring high-quality presentation and presentation


• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to all food safety guidelines


• Monitor and control inventory levels, ordering supplies and ingredients as needed


• Collaborate with the Dietary Manager to troubleshoot kitchen operations and implement improvements


• Provide exceptional customer service to our Residents, family members, and staff

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment


• Opportunities for professional growth and development


• A commitment to providing exceptional care and services to our Residents