Dietary Cook: Craft Nutritious Meals for Residents

Oak Knoll Health and Rehabilitation LLC; Owenton (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical & D

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Co

Opportunities for career growth andAdv

Job summary

Oak Knoll Health & Rehabilitation LLC is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals that meet physician-ordered diets and safety standards for residents. You will work in a clean, organized kitchen and support a team focused on resident well-being.

Join a team that values compassion and reliability in a long-term care environment, offering benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a caring community.

Qualifications

• Patience, compassion, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward serving the elderly and individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Previous cooking experience is preferred; healthcare or long-term care experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention practices.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus, recipes, and therapeutic diet requirements.
• Ensure meals are prepared, portioned, and served according to quality and food safety standards.
• Review production sheets and resident diet orders to ensure accuracy.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food items using FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, workstations, and food preparation areas.
• Monitor food temperatures and follow all state, federal, and facility food safety regulations.
• Assist with meal service as needed and work collaboratively with the dietary team.
• Follow all infection prevention, sanitation, Universal Precautions, and workplace safety procedures.

Skills

Patience

English proficiency

Follow instructions

Cooking experience

Food safety basics

Job description

Oak Knoll Health & Rehabilitation LLC is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals that meet physician-ordered diets and safety standards for residents. You will work in a clean, organized kitchen and support a team focused on resident well-being.

Join a team that values compassion and reliability in a long-term care environment, offering benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a caring community.