Dietary Cook

Wrightnursingcenter; Fairborn (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time benefits

On-demand pay

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Employee recognition

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Wright Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Fairborn, Ohio, is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents. You will work as part of a supportive culinary team, ensuring dietary requirements are met and meals are plated with care.

Join a facility that values quality, teamwork, and compassionate service to seniors, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in healthcare, long-term care, restaurant, school, or commercial kitchen preferred.
• Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable, dependable, and committed to providing excellent customer service.
• A genuine passion for serving seniors with dignity, kindness, and respect.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious, appetizing meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Ensure meals meet residents' dietary needs and physician-ordered therapeutic diets.
• Maintain proper food temperatures, quality, and presentation.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control guidelines.
• Assist with food preparation, serving, and cleanup as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Monitor food inventory and properly store supplies.
• Collaborate with the Dietary Manager and healthcare team to provide an exceptional dining experience for residents.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Passion for seniors

Job description

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Cook!

Wright Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | Fairborn, Ohio

At Wright Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, we believe great meals are about more than nutrition—they're an important part of making our residents feel at home. We're looking for a Full-Time Cook who takes pride in preparing delicious, high-quality meals while making a positive difference in the lives of older adults every day.

If you enjoy cooking, working as part of a supportive team, and serving others with compassion, we'd love to meet you!

Why Join Wright Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?

• Competitive pay

• Full-time benefits package

• On-demand pay - access your earnings when you need them

• Paid time off

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options

• 401(k) with company opportunities

• Employee recognition programs

• Supportive leadership and a welcoming team environment

• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious, appetizing meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes.

• Ensure meals are prepared in accordance with residents' dietary needs and physician-ordered therapeutic diets.

• Maintain proper food temperatures, quality, and presentation.

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control guidelines.

• Assist with food preparation, serving, and cleanup as needed.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.

• Monitor food inventory and properly store supplies.

• Work collaboratively with the Dietary Manager and healthcare team to provide an exceptional dining experience for residents.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in a healthcare, long-term care, restaurant, school, or commercial kitchen preferred.

• Knowledge of safe food handling and sanitation practices.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• Reliable, dependable, and committed to providing excellent customer service.

• A genuine passion for serving seniors with dignity, kindness, and respect.

Make Every Meal Matter

At Wright Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, our residents look forward to mealtimes because they know they're prepared with care. If you're ready to use your culinary skills to bring comfort, nourishment, and smiles to others, we'd love to welcome you to our team.