Dietary Cook

Browns Health and Rehabilitation Center; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Browns Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents and maintain a clean, safe dining environment. The role supports residents' health and quality of life and requires reliability and compassion.

As part of our team, you will work with dietary aides to ensure timely service, follow menus and nutritional guidelines, and adhere to sanitation and infection control policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare dietary setting preferred
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary requirements for seniors
• Ability to follow menus and dietary guidelines accurately
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with planned menus and dietary restrictions
• Ensure food is served at proper temperatures and sanitary
• Follow sanitation and food safety procedures per regulations
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and storage areas
• Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies in an organized way
• Collaborate with dietary aides to ensure timely meal service
• Adapt recipes to meet resident dietary needs
• Monitor inventory and notify supervisor of shortages
• Comply with infection control policies and safety training
• Promote a professional, respectful environment for residents and staff

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Follow recipes

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Browns Health and Rehabilitation Center - Here is the generated job description:

Dietary Cook

Join our team at Browns Health and Rehabilitation Center, where we strive to provide compassionate, resident-centered care. As a Dietary Cook, you will play a vital role in supporting the nutritional well-being and overall quality of life for our residents.

About the Role:

As a Dietary Cook, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious meals for our residents while ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment. This role is crucial in supporting the health and well-being of our residents, and we are seeking a reliable and compassionate individual to join our team.

Dietary Cook Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals in accordance with planned menus, dietary restrictions, and portion controls
• Ensure food is prepared and served at proper temperatures and in an appealing and sanitary manner
• Follow all sanitation and food safety procedures in compliance with health department regulations
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, work areas, and food storage areas
• Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies in an organized and timely manner
• Collaborate with dietary aides and staff to ensure timely meal service
• Adapt recipes and menu items to meet the special dietary needs of residents
• Monitor food inventory and notify supervisor of shortages or low-stock items
• Comply with infection control policies and participate in safety and sanitation training as required
• Exhibit professional behavior and promote a positive, respectful environment for residents and staff

Dietary Cook Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a healthcare dietary setting or institutional cooking preferred
• Knowledge of basic nutrition, food preparation techniques, and dietary requirements for seniors
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and dietary guidelines accurately
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for extended periods
• Must pass background check and health screening as required by facility policies

If you are passionate about delivering meaningful care and making a difference in people's lives, join our team at Browns Health and Rehabilitation Center.