Dietary Cook

The Waters of Sweetwater; Sweetwater (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Birthdays

Paid Vacation Time-Cash Out Option

Paid Sick Time

Attendance Bonus

Group Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life insurance plans

Disability plans

401K

Job summary

The Waters of Sweetwater is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for residents in a senior care setting, following dietary restrictions and offering alternatives as needed.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, sanitation certification, and preferably one year of dietary experience. Must be able to cook large quantities and adhere to dietary procedures while maintaining a professional, compassionate approach.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school education or equivalent.
• Sanitation certificate required.
• One year dietary experience in hospital, skilled nursing facility, or related setting preferred.
• Ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Knowledge of dietary procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist with breakfast, lunch, and dinner per dietary restrictions.
• Follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Maintain sanitation and hygienic standards.
• Provide care with empathy to residents with limited self-care capacity.
• Communicate effectively with staff and residents; maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrate professionalism in appearance and conduct at all times.

Skills

Institutional cooking

Food safety & sanitation

Verbal & written communication

Care for elders

Adaptability & judgment

Confidentiality

Professional appearance

Transportation access

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sanitation certificate

1 year dietary experience (preferred)

Large-quantity cooking

Knowledge of dietary procedures

Job description

Looking for an Experienced Cook to come join our team!

A comprehensive benefit package includes:

Excellent Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Birthdays

Paid Vacation Time-Cash Out Option

Paid Sick Time

Attendance Bonus

Group Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life insurance plans

Disability plans

401K

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Cook prepares and assists with food preparation for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while following specific dietary restrictions and provides alternatives for our residents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Some experience in institutional cooking.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation and hygienic methods.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Sincere desire to work with elders and others who have a limited capacity for self-care.
• Mental & physical capacity to perform the essential job functions with or without accommodations.
• Work with and provides care to individuals of a wide range of personality types and maturity levels.
• The ability to demonstrate creative initiative and mature judgment in making competent decisions.
• Consistently maintain courteous, empathic, and professional attitude.
• Maintain confidentiality of all activities and persons.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Communicate and comprehend orally and in writing to effectively receive and share information as necessary to perform job duties.
• Transportation accessible to enable flexibility of work schedule.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education or equivalent
• One (1) year dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred (but not necessary)
• Must have a sanitation certificate
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities
• Must be knowledgeable of dietary procedures

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, This company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.