Dietary Cook/Aid

Edgewood Health and Rehabilitation; Mississippi; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewood Health and Rehab is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook to join our kitchen team in Byram, MS. You will prepare and cook meals for residents according to established recipes, ensuring nutritious and delicious options meet dietary needs.

The role emphasizes food safety, timely meal service, and collaboration with other kitchen staff in a fast-paced skilled-nursing environment. Prior cooking experience is preferred, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook or in a similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and menus.
• Ensure that all meals are prepared in a timely manner and meet quality standards.
• Monitor food supplies and ingredients, and order as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper storage of food and supplies.
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures in the kitchen.
• Assist with meal planning and menu development.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation of the kitchen.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Job Description

Edgewood Health and Rehab is a 119-bed skilled nursing facility located in Byram, MS. We serve three meals daily and have a modern commercial kitchen. Applicants are expected to demonstrate work experience in a commercial kitchen and be prepared to discuss how they can contribute to both cleaning/food prep as well as cooking, as individuals will be required to do both.

Duties:

• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and menus
• Ensure that all meals are prepared in a timely manner and meet quality standards
• Monitor food supplies and ingredients, and order as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper storage of food and supplies
• Follow all safety and sanitation procedures in the kitchen
• Assist with meal planning and menu development
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation of the kitchen

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a cook or in a similar role preferred
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

We are looking for a dedicated Dietary Cook to join our team. As a Dietary Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking meals for our residents. Your role is crucial in ensuring that our residents receive nutritious and delicious meals that meet their dietary needs.