Dietary Cook — Flexible Shifts for Home-Style Meals

Americare Senior Living; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recognition and Appreciation

Family Atmosphere

Paid Time Off

Daily Access to Wages

Complimentary Meals

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

Earn More

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook at Northcliff by Americare Senior Living in Lexington, TN to prepare nutritious, home-style meals for residents. You will uphold high standards of quality, sanitation, and safety while contributing to a warm, supportive dining experience.

The role offers 1st or 2nd shifts with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits within a family-oriented culture that values teamwork, respect, and growth.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Grade school education required.
• Experience in quantity food production preferred, especially in healthcare or senior living settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents, visitors, and staff in a timely manner.
• Follow dietician-approved menus while accommodating individual resident dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dining areas, and food storage spaces.
• Store, label, and organize food safely according to food safety guidelines.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Set up and clear dining areas before and after meals.
• Safely operate kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and professional conduct standards.
• Maintain resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

Skills

Menu following

Cleanliness & food safety

Team collaboration

Dependable & organized

Education

Grade school education

Job description

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook at Northcliff by Americare Senior Living in Lexington, TN to prepare nutritious, home-style meals for residents. You will uphold high standards of quality, sanitation, and safety while contributing to a warm, supportive dining experience.

The role offers 1st or 2nd shifts with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits within a family-oriented culture that values teamwork, respect, and growth.