Dietary Cook

Sanstonehealth; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Work Schedule

Career Growth and Training Opportunities

Paid Time Off and 8 Paid Holidays

Health Insurance Plans

401K with employer match

Job summary

Sanstonehealth at The Lodge at Sandhills Carolina is looking for a Dietary Cook to join their team in Southern Pines, North Carolina. The position involves preparing and serving food, including dietary modifications according to nutritional orders. Candidates should have prior cooking experience, preferably in healthcare, and a strong understanding of nutrition and food safety standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork and attention to detail in a supportive work environment, complete with benefits like paid time off, healthcare plans, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a healthcare facility is preferred.
• Ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
• Ability to read and apply requirements of food tray cards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food including texture modified and therapeutic diets.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and organized kitchen.
• Assist dietary aides and direct other employees in absence of CDM.

Skills

Food preparation

Knowledge of nutrition

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety regulations

Job description

Be a part of something new at The Lodge at Sandhills Carolina! Our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Pinehurst, North Carolina (NC), was thoughtfully designed to redefine care through exceptional hospitality, innovative services, and a welcoming environment for both residents and team members. We are currently seeking a Dietary Cook to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay, commensurate with experience
• Regular Employee Appreciation Events to include refreshments and gifts
• Fun and supportive work environment that encourages teamwork and collaboration
• Initial uniforms provided
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Career Growth and Training Opportunities
• Paid Time Off and 8 Paid Holidays
• New health insurance plans to include a prescription plan, FSA, and HSA plans
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food including texture modified and therapeutic diets according to the facility menu and nutritional orders.
• Prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations and our policies and procedures, and, as directed by the Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) to ensure that quality food service is provided.
• Be detail-oriented, professional, and a team player who works well with others.
• Assist dietary aides and direct other employees with approval and in the absence of the CDM.
• Be able to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and organized kitchen.
• Have a general knowledge and understanding of nutrition.
• Be able to read and accurately apply requirements of food tray cards.
• Have knowledge of food production and serving techniques, and food safety/sanitation requirements.
• Interact positively with residents, families, vendors, staff, and other personnel.
• Prior cooking experience in a healthcare facility is preferred.