Dietary Cook

Holston-Health-; Crowgeys (VA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family environment

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Meaningful work

Job summary

Holston Health & Rehab in Wytheville, VA is hiring a Full-Time Night Shift Cook to join our dietary team. If you love preparing meals that make residents feel at home, we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities include cooking to menus, safety, portion control, keeping kitchen clean, assisting with inventory, and working with the Dietary Manager to meet resident needs. This role offers stable hours, competitive pay, and growth opportunities within the facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior cook experience in healthcare, hospitality, or restaurant setting preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures required.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and dietary instructions.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to work independently on night shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure meals are served on time and at the proper temperature and presentation.
• Follow portion control and safe food-handling practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and equipment in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Assist with inventory, food storage, and supply rotation.
• Work collaboratively with the Dietary Manager and team to meet resident needs and preferences.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Night shift independence

Reading recipes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cook - Full Time (Night Shift)

Holston Health & Rehab - Wytheville, VA

Join a team that cares as much as you do!

At Holston Health & Rehab, we’re dedicated to providing exceptional care and comfort to our residents - and that includes delicious, nutritious meals prepared with pride. We’re currently seeking a Full-Time Night Shift Cook to join our Dietary team.

If you love cooking and take pride in creating meals that make people feel at home, we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals according to menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines.

• Ensure meals are served on time and at the proper temperature and presentation.

• Follow portion control and safe food-handling practices.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and equipment in compliance with health and safety standards.

• Assist with inventory, food storage, and supply rotation.

• Work collaboratively with the Dietary Manager and team to meet resident needs and preferences.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Prior experience as a cook in healthcare, hospitality, or restaurant setting preferred.

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures required.

• Ability to read and follow recipes and dietary instructions.

• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to work independently on night shift.

Why Choose Holston Health & Rehab?

• Supportive, family-oriented work environment

• Competitive pay and benefits package

• Opportunities for growth and advancement

• A chance to make a real difference every day

Salary/ Wage Range

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

Bring your skills to a place where good food and great care go hand in hand.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.