Dietary Cook- FT Alternating Morning and Afternoon/Evening

Blue Central Group; Valley Park (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Central Group is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook for a full-time evening role. The position focuses on high-quality meal preparation with attention to dietary needs, safety, and sanitation in a healthcare setting.

The candidate will prepare meals per recipes and dietary guidelines, assist with menu planning, and operate kitchen equipment safely. Strong knife skills and independent work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior healthcare/food service kitchen experience.
• Proficient in grilling, braising, poaching, and meal assembly.
• Knowledge of food safety/sanitization procedures and safe kitchen operation.
• Experience with menu planning and high-volume production.
• Familiarity with dietary department operations and catering is desirable.
• Excellent knife skills across multiple cooking methods.
• Ability to work independently with focus in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to recipes, dietary guidelines, and menu specifications, ensuring quality.
• Assist in menu planning with ideas that meet nutritional standards and dietary requirements.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently (grills, braising pans, poaching units, etc.).
• Maintain strict food safety and sanitation procedures and proper food handling.
• Support high-volume production while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with the dietary department to customize meals for residents or clients with specific health needs.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and sanitation in line with food safety management protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen at all times.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Menu planning

High-volume production

Attention to detail

Independent work

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dietary Cook to join our team in a full-time evening position. The ideal candidate will possess a strong culinary background, with experience in food preparation, menu planning, and food safety protocols. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to high-quality meal service in a dynamic environment, ensuring that all dietary needs are met with precision and care. The successful applicant will demonstrate expertise in kitchen operations, food handling, and maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and safety.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes, dietary guidelines, and menu specifications, ensuring consistency and quality.

Assist in menu planning by contributing creative ideas that meet nutritional standards and accommodate special dietary requirements.

Operate various kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including grills, braising pans, poaching units, and food production machinery.

Maintain strict adherence to food safety sanitizing procedures and proper food handling practices to ensure a safe dining environment.

Support high-volume food production while managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.

Collaborate with the dietary department to customize meals for residents or clients with specific health or dietary restrictions.

Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with food safety management protocols, including proper storage, labeling, and sanitation practices.

Uphold professional standards of cleanliness and organization within the kitchen area at all times.

Qualifications

Prior experience as a dietary aide or cook within healthcare, hospitality, or related food service environments.

Demonstrated proficiency in food preparation techniques such as grilling, braising, poaching, and meal assembly.

Strong knowledge of food safety procedures, sanitizing protocols, and safe operation of kitchen equipment.

Experience with menu planning, recipe adherence, and high-volume production environments.

Familiarity with dietary department operations and catering services is highly desirable.

Excellent knife skills and culinary expertise across various cooking methods including grilling and food production.

Ability to work independently while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.

Join our team to deliver nutritious, delicious meals that enhance the well-being of our community through exceptional culinary craftsmanship!