Dietary Cook

Arbors-1; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 1,791,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits: Anthem BCBS

Dental & Vision Insurance

Prescription drug coverage

401K retirement savings

Daily/Weekly pay via UKG Wallet

Education Assistance

HSA and FSA options

Job summary

Arbors at Springfield is seeking a Dietary Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents and staff in a healthcare setting. The role emphasizes proper food handling, safe preparation, and meeting dietary requirements.

The position is based in Springfield, OH, with opportunities to contribute to a compassionate caregiving environment. Responsibilities include following established menus, ensuring meals meet therapeutic needs, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen.

Qualifications

• Minimum of tenth grade or above; GED or HS diploma preferred.
• Six months’ experience in large quantity food preparation; therapeutic diet prep experience preferred.
• ServSafe Food Safety Certification preferred, or other state/county certification as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and family members at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of safe food preparation, handling techniques, and basic nutrition.
• Ability to read, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Review menus prior to food preparation.
• Prepare food for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu.
• Portion food to meet residents’ needs and preferences.
• Handle and serve food using proper sanitary practices and recipes.
• Ensure meals are served at proper temperatures and visually appealing.
• Maintain accurate menu records and comply with policies.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Quantity food production

Math skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Arbors at Springfield
1600 Saint Paris Pike
Springfield, OH 45504, USA

Description

Dietary Cook

Facility: Arbors at Springfield

This is a great opportunity for someone interested in combining culinary skills with a meaningful role in healthcare! The position seems well-suited for someone who is detail-oriented and passionate about creating meals that meet the dietary needs of elderly residents. Any previous experience in cooking, especially in a restaurant or food service setting is preferred.

Why Choose Arbors?

• One of Ohio’s Largest Providers of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options

Start rewarding and stable career with Arbors today!

Summary:
The Dietary Cook prepares and serves food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for residents, as well as employees and special events that tastes good and is served at the proper temperature and in an attractive manner in accordance with established standards. Maintains a clean and safe working environment in accordance with established standards.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Minimum of tenth grade or above
• GED or High School Diploma or above preferred

Licenses/Certification:

• ServSafe Food Safety Certification preferred, or other food safety certification as required in state or county of facility.

Experience:

• Six months’ experience in large quantity food preparation. Experience with therapeutic diet preparation preferred.

Job Functions:

• Reviews menus prior to preparation of food.
• Prepares food for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu, as well as employees and special events, as instructed by the supervisor.
• Prepares alternative items to meet residents’ individual needs and food preferences.
• Prepares and/or portions food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations.
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as our established policies and procedures.
• Makes only authorized changes to the planned menu and records the change according to established policy.
• Ensures that food tastes good and is served at the appropriate temperature in an attractive, appetizing manner.
• Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Utilizes standardized recipes to prepare menu items.
• Performs othertasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of safe food preparation, handling techniques, and basic nutrition of food.
• Skilled in quantity food production and utilize basic math skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to be accurate, concise, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to read, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English through verbal and written means.

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