Dietary Cook

Whispering Pines Lodge; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Cancer coverage

Critical Illness coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) eligibility

Job summary

Whispering Pines Lodge is seeking a reliable Dietary Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare nutritious meals for residents, follow standardized recipes, portion accurately, and maintain sanitary standards in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with staff, adjust menus as needed, and may lead kitchen tasks when required. The role offers full-time hours and benefits to support resident well-being and team growth.

Qualifications

• Follow menus and recipes to consistently produce high-quality meals.
• Requires dependable, timely preparation and serving of meals.
• Ability to adapt to changing kitchen tasks and work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Cook all menu items according to standardized recipes in a safe and sanitary manner
• Suggest creative ways to utilize leftovers and manage overstock efficiently
• Accurately prepare, portion, and serve meals based on recipes and dietary plans
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas according to health standards
• Safely lift, bend, and twist as needed during food preparation

Skills

Follow recipes

Time management

Teamwork

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:

• Cook all menu items according to standardized recipes in a safe and sanitary manner
• Suggest creative ways to utilize leftovers and manage overstock efficiently
• Accurately prepare, portion, and serve meals based on recipes and dietary plans
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas according to health standards
• Safely lift, bend, and twist as needed during food preparation

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 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.