Dietary Cook

Heritageturnerpark; Grand Prairie, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Cancer, Critical Illness coverage

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Immediate 401(k) eligibility

Job summary

Heritageturnerpark is seeking a reliable Dietary Cook to join our kitchen team in Texas. You will prepare meals from standardized recipes in a safe, sanitary environment, manage ingredients and leftovers, and ensure meals meet dietary plans. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and team collaboration.

You will contribute to maintaining kitchen cleanliness, assist with leadership when needed, and support residents by providing nutritious, well-prepared meals in a supportive facility setting.

Qualifications

• Must follow menus and recipes to consistently produce high-quality meals
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced kitchen

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to standardized recipes in a safe, sanitary manner
• Manage ingredients and leftovers efficiently
• Ensure quality control by portioning and serving as per dietary plans
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas in line with health standards
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and twisting as needed during food prep

Skills

Follow menus/recipes

Time management

Multitasking

Team player

Leadership potential

Job description

Join Our Team as a Dietary Cook

Prepare Delicious Meals and Support Resident Well-Being

We're seeking a reliable and dedicated Dietary Cook to join our team! This role is essential to ensuring our residents receive nutritious, well-prepared meals. Success in this position requires dependability, strong time management, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Your Impact as a Dietary Cook

In this role, you will:

• Prepare Meals: Cook all menu items according to standardized recipes in a safe and sanitary manner

• Manage Ingredients: Suggest creative ways to utilize leftovers and manage overstock efficiently

• Ensure Quality Control: Accurately prepare, portion, and serve meals based on recipes and dietary plans

• Maintain Cleanliness: Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas according to health standards

• Perform Physical Tasks: Safely lift, bend, and twist as needed during food preparation

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re looking for someone who:

• Can follow menus and recipes to consistently produce high-quality meals

• Ensures meals are prepared and served on time

• Adapts easily to changing tasks and kitchen needs

• Works well in a team and can step into a leadership role when needed

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more

• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies

• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education

• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off

• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility

• Unwavering Support: Exceptional corporate resources and leadership

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.