Dietary Cook

PINE TREE LODGE NURSING CENTER; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 40,116,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

AD&D & Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) Eligibility

Leadership Support

Job summary

Pine Tree Lodge Nursing Center in Longview, Texas is seeking a Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents in a fast-paced kitchen. You will follow standardized recipes, assist with menu planning, and help maintain a clean, sanitary cooking area.

This role requires dependability, good time management, adaptability to changing tasks, and the ability to work well with others, including stepping in as a leader when needed. Benefits are available for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or healthcare dining preferred.
• Ability to follow menus and standardized recipes.
• Strong time management and multitasking in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to recipes in a sanitary manner.
• Manage ingredients and minimize leftovers.
• Maintain quality control and safe portioning.
• Keep kitchen equipment and areas clean and sanitized.
• Perform physical tasks required in food preparation.

Skills

Menu following

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:

• 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.