Dietary Cook

Hill Valley Healthcare; Fair Lakes (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Daily Pay

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Wellness Program

Career Growth & Advancement

Professional Development and Training

Comprehensive Onboarding

Job summary

Fair Oaks Health and Rehab. is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to join our team in Fairfax, VA. You will prepare meals that meet residents' dietary needs, follow recipes, and help ensure timely, safe dining experiences.

We value teamwork, attention to sanitation, and compassion for residents. Prior healthcare food service experience is a plus, and daily wage options support flexible earnings.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking or food service.
• Healthcare/long-term care food service is a plus.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary instructions.
• Knowledge of sanitation practices.
• Reliable and able to work in a team.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements.
• Follow recipes, portion sizes, and food preparation guidelines.
• Meet nutritional and special dietary needs of residents.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served safely at proper temperatures.
• Keep kitchen clean, organized and sanitary.
• Follow all food safety regulations.
• Assist with meal service and ensure on-time serving.
• Monitor supplies and communicate reorder needs.
• Collaborate with Dietary Manager and team.
• Create a positive dining experience for residents.
• Treat residents with kindness and compassion.

Skills

Cooking experience

Team player

Ability to follow recipes

Sanitation knowledge

Dependable

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Dietary Cook
Fair Oaks Health and Rehab.| Fairfax, VA

Pay: $17.00–$18.50 per hour based on experience

Fair Oaks Health and Rehab. is looking for a dependable and caring Dietary Cook to join our team! If you enjoy preparing meals and take pride in providing delicious, nutritious food, we would love to have you on our team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements

• Follow recipes, portion sizes, and food preparation guidelines

• Prepare meals that meet the nutritional and special dietary needs of our residents

• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and served safely and at the proper temperature

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen

• Follow all food safety and sanitation regulations

• Assist with meal service and ensure meals are served on schedule

• Monitor food supplies and communicate when items need to be reordered

• Work closely with the Dietary Manager and dietary team

• Help create a positive dining experience for our residents

• Treat residents with kindness, respect, and compassion

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience preferred

• Healthcare, long-term care, or institutional food service experience is a plus

• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special dietary instructions

• Knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation practices

• Reliable and dependable

• Ability to work as part of a team

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Daily Pay – Access your earned wages when you need them

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

• Professional Development and Training

• Comprehensive Onboarding

Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status and applicable plan requirements.

Join the Fair Oaks Team!

Be part of a team that makes a difference every day by providing quality meals and a positive dining experience for our residents.