Dietary Cook

The Pavilion; Covington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages and Benefits Package

401(K) Plan

Paid Time Off

Positive and compassionate environment

Supportive Leadership team

Additional incentives

Job summary

The Pavilion at Kenton in Covington, KY is seeking a Dietary Cook to join our skilled nursing team. The role ensures meals are prepared in compliance with applicable standards under the guidance of the Dietitian/Director of Food Services.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma and, ideally, one year of supervisory food service experience in healthcare settings, with a commitment to accuracy, safety, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year dietary/food service supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be able to pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Reviews menus prior to food preparation and prepares the meals.
• Works with the Dietitian/Director of Food Services as necessary and implements recommended changes as required.
• Performs other duties, as assigned. Ensures that food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Performs administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc. and submits to the Dietitian/Director of Food Services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience in food service

Dietary/food service experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Dietary Cook

Location: The Pavilion at Kenton

Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time

Salary: Negotiable

About Us

The Pavilion at Kentonis a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located inCovington, KY. AtThe Pavilion at Kenton, our mission is simple: “To make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve by providing competent, compassionate and outcome-oriented care – every day.”

Position Summary

The Dietary Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, with established policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews menus prior to food preparation and prepares the meals.

• Works with the Dietitian/Director of Food Services as necessary and implements recommended changes as required.

• Performs other duties, as assigned. Ensures that food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

• Performs administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc. and submits to the Dietitian/Director of Food Services.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• One (1) year dietary/food service experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary).

• Must be able to successfully pass background check.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages and Benefits Package

• 401(K) Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Positive and compassionate environment

• Supportive Leadership team

• Additional incentives