Dietary Cook/Aide

Sullivan County Memorial Hospital; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sullivan County Memorial Hospital is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook/Aide to join our Dietary Services team. The role prepares and serves meals for patients, staff, and visitors, while maintaining kitchen cleanliness and supporting tray-line operations.

You will follow menus and recipes, assist with stocking and food storage, and ensure timely delivery of meals. We value strong customer service and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital kitchen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Experience in food service or healthcare dietary is a plus but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to menus and recipes.
• Assemble patient meal trays and follow diet orders.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain clean and sanitary food preparation and service areas.
• Assist with stocking, inventory rotation, and food storage.
• Deliver meals and food carts as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a dependable and customer-focused Dietary Cook/Aide to join our Dietary Services team. This position is responsible for preparing and serving meals for patients, staff, and visitors, maintaining kitchen sanitation, assisting with tray line operations, and supporting daily food service activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to menus and recipes.
• Assemble patient meal trays and follow diet orders.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain clean and sanitary food preparation and service areas.
• Assist with stocking, inventory rotation, and food storage.
• Deliver meals and food carts as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with varying temperatures.
• Sufficient visual, hearing, and manual dexterity to safely perform job duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food service or healthcare dietary experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.