Dietary Cook

NHC; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to providing exceptional care in a culinary setting. As a Dietary Cook, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the dining experience for patients. Your creativity and attention to detail will shine as you prepare nutritious meals, ensuring they meet dietary requirements. With a culture that celebrates teamwork and empowerment, this position offers opportunities for growth within a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Apply today to be part of a team that values integrity and compassion.

Benefits

Earned Time Off

Holiday Incentive Pay

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Contributions

Flexible Schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in food service is preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and accommodate special diets.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and service according to dietary needs.
• Ensure quality and safety in food handling and storage.

Skills

Food Preparation

Portion Control

Menu Review

Food Safety

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Training

Tools

Standardized Recipes

Food Handling Techniques

Job description

Position: Dietary Cook $250 Sign on Bonus

Are you looking to have fun in a work environment where you can express your talents and creativity, while making a difference in the lives of others? Come join our Food Nutrition Service Team! NHC fosters an environment of teamwork and provides opportunities in a culinary setting within a healthcare environment. The Dietary Cook performs duties to maintain high standards of quality food preparation, production, service, and portion control, using standardized recipes for all customers.

Position Highlights:

1. Assist in receiving and storing food and supplies to prevent waste and ensure quality. Properly date, label, and store items using proper food handling techniques.
2. Review menus, therapeutic menus, recipes, and production sheets before preparing meals; prepare and serve diets accurately, attractively, and according to plan, using proper portions and accommodating special diets.
3. Follow standardized recipes and special diet orders, preparing sufficient quantities to meet all service requirements.
4. Test and taste foods of all consistencies for proper appearance, flavor, aroma, and temperature; make adjustments as needed.
5. Coordinate meal and snack preparation to meet scheduled service times, ensuring timely delivery for patients and customers.
6. Check trays for diet accuracy, preferences, and quality before delivery. Serve on tray line and deliver carts to floors as needed.

Job Type: Full Time

Why NHC?

We are celebrating our 50-year Anniversary at National HealthCare Corporation! We offer a culture of recognition, empowerment, and fun. At NHC, we consider ourselves partners (employees) in a family-oriented work atmosphere that promotes growth and opportunities. We provide competitive compensation with performance-based wage increases.

Experience:

Healthcare food service experience is preferred but not required.

Benefits:

• Earned Time Off
• Holiday Incentive Pay
• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401k with generous company contributions
• Flexible Schedule
• Uniforms
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Advancement Opportunities

Location:

NHC Murfreesboro
420 North University Street
Murfreesboro, TN 37130

If you're interested in working as a Food Service Cook for a leader in senior care, share NHC's values of honesty and integrity, and have a heart for geriatric patients, please apply today. Learn more about us at nhccare.com/locations/murfreesboro/.

We look forward to discussing this great Food Service Cook opportunity with you. NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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