Dietary Cook: Create Nutritious Meals in a Busy Kitchen

Pine Tree Lodge Nursing Center; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Short-term disability

Cancer coverage

Critical illness coverage

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Pine Tree Lodge Nursing Center is hiring a Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents, following standardized recipes and portioning accurately to support dietary plans.

We value reliability, time management, and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen. The role offers full-time hours with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for leadership within the dietary team.

Qualifications

• Follow menus and recipes to consistently produce high-quality meals.
• Strong time management to meet service times in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to work well in a team and lead when needed.
• Commitment to food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals: Cook all menu items according to standardized recipes in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Manage ingredients: Optimize leftovers and inventory to reduce waste and control costs.
• Ensure quality control: Accurate portioning and adherence to dietary plans.
• Maintain cleanliness: Sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas following health standards.
• Perform physical tasks: Lift, bend, and twist as required during food prep.

Skills

Menu following

Time management

Team leadership

Food safety

Job description

Pine Tree Lodge Nursing Center is hiring a Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents, following standardized recipes and portioning accurately to support dietary plans.

We value reliability, time management, and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen. The role offers full-time hours with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for leadership within the dietary team.