Dietary Cook/Aide

Sava-Senior-Care; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside is seeking a Cook/Dietary Aide in an on-site facility. This role requires following dietary guidelines and recipes, maintaining a positive attitude, and effective communication with occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership. Vaccination policies apply and certification may be required by state law.

Physical tasks include lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods. Previous cooking experience is preferred; a sanitation/safety course may be required, and residency

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain a positive attitude and communicate with occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership.
• Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, stand/sit/bend/walk for extended periods.
• May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.
• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required based on State/County law.
• Residency within the service area required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to recipes and dietary guidelines.
• Communicate with building occupants and staff to ensure service quality.
• Adhere to sanitation and safety standards and vaccination policies.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Join Riverside under our contracted vendor, Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook/Dietary Aide.

Flexible Hours
High school diploma or equivalent.

• Previous experience as a cook or in food preparation is preferred.

• Ability to follow recipes and dietary restrictions.

• Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and HCSG leadership to perform daily tasks.

• Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies

• Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods.

• Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.

• Must be able to work around food and cleaning products.

• May be required to complete an approved sanitation and safety course.

• Current ServSafe or Food Handler certification is required based on State / County law.

• Residency within the service area required