Dietary Cook

PACS; Hill (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay: $22 per hour

Full-time employment

Supportive work environment

Rewards/bonus opportunities

Growth and development opportunities

Meaningful work supporting residents

Job summary

Medical Hill Healthcare Center is seeking a dependable, skilled Dietary Cook to join our dietary services team in a full-time role. You will prepare nutritious, appealing meals and help meet residents' dietary needs according to planned menus and recipes.

We offer $22.00 per hour, a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and meaningful work supporting residents' health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation and safe handling.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus and dietary instructions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Compassionate, resident-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and recipes.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, appetizing and properly portioned.
• Follow prescribed diets and texture modifications.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and sanitation standards.
• Keep kitchen and prep areas clean and organized.
• Monitor supplies and assist with inventory management.
• Coordinate with dietary staff to serve meals on schedule.
• Follow infection control procedures and regulations.
• Minimize waste while maintaining quality and portions.
• Support dietary team in delivering excellent resident service.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Food handling

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Compassionate care

Education

Food handler certification

Job description

Now Hiring: Dietary Cook – Full-Time

Join the Team at Medical Hill Healthcare Center!

Position: Dietary Cook
Facility: Medical Hill Healthcare Center
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour

About the Role

Medical Hill Healthcare Center is seeking a dependable, skilled, and passionate Full-Time Dietary Cook to join our dietary services team. We are committed to providing nutritious, high-quality meals that support the health, comfort, and well-being of our residents.

The ideal candidate enjoys cooking, takes pride in food quality and presentation, and understands the importance of preparing meals that meet residents' individual dietary needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $22.00 per hour
• Full-time employment opportunity
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Employee rewards and bonus opportunities, where applicable
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Meaningful work supporting residents' health and well-being

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and established dietary guidelines.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, appetizing, and properly portioned.
• Follow prescribed diets, texture modifications, and other resident-specific dietary requirements.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and follow food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ensure the kitchen, cooking equipment, and food preparation areas remain clean and organized.
• Monitor food supplies and assist with inventory management.
• Coordinate with dietary staff to ensure meals are prepared and served on schedule.
• Follow infection control procedures and applicable health department regulations.
• Minimize food waste while maintaining meal quality and portion consistency.
• Support the dietary team in providing excellent service to residents.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience preferred.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility, healthcare setting, or institutional kitchen is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special dietary instructions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Food handler certification or other required credentials, as applicable.
• Compassionate and resident-focused attitude.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.