Dietary Cook

Hill Valley Healthcare; Tappahannock (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package

Opportunities for growth and promotion

Job summary

Essex Manor Health & Rehab in Tappahannock, VA is seeking a Full-Time Cook to join our dietary team. You will prepare meals per menus and dietary needs, ensure proper service and presentation, and maintain kitchen safety and cleanliness.

This role collaborates with the Dietary Manager to meet resident preferences and dietary guidelines. Experience in healthcare or food service is preferred; a high school diploma or equivalent is accepted.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience as a cook in healthcare, hospitality, or restaurant setting preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures required.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and dietary instructions.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to work independently on night shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure meals are served on time and at the proper temperature and presentation.
• Follow portion control and safe food-handling practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and equipment in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Assist with inventory, food storage, and supply rotation.
• Work collaboratively with the Dietary Manager and team to meet resident needs and preferences.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Night shift experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cook – Full-Time

Essex Manor Health & Rehab – Tappahannock, VA

Join a team that cares as much as you do!

At Essex Manor Health & Rehab, we’re dedicated to providing exceptional care and comfort to our residents - and that includes delicious, nutritious meals prepared with pride. We’re currently seeking a Full-Time Cook to join our Dietary team.

If you love cooking and take pride in creating meals that make people feel at home, we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook meals according to menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure meals are served on time and at the proper temperature and presentation.
• Follow portion control and safe food-handling practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and equipment in compliance with health and safety standards.
• Assist with inventory, food storage, and supply rotation.
• Work collaboratively with the Dietary Manager and team to meet resident needs and preferences.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience as a cook in healthcare, hospitality, or restaurant setting preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures required.
• Ability to read and follow recipes and dietary instructions.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to work independently on night shift.

Why Choose Essex Manor Health & Rehab?

• Supportive, family-oriented work environment
• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A chance to make a real difference every day

Bring your skills to a place where good food and great care go hand in hand.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.