Dietary Cook - High-Volume Nursing Kitchen, PTO

Towne Nursing; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Insurance Benefits

Job summary

Live Well Healthcare Solutions seeks a talented Dietary Cook for a Skilled Nursing Facility in Danbury, CT. The role focuses on preparing meals to standard recipes, plating with care, and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen environment.

You will support the Dietary Manager during absences and contribute to menu planning and safety compliance. Ideal candidates have experience in healthcare-scale kitchens, possess strong organizational skills, and can handle last-minute requests for special

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume culinary operations.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes.
• Maintain sanitation and food safety standards.
• Assist Dietary Manager and coordinate with kitchen staff.
• Flexibility for special events and facility functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Plate and garnish dishes to ensure appealing presentation.
• Support Dietary Manager during absences.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation and safety.
• Manage inventory and assist with purchasing and recipe development.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Plating & presentation

Inventory management

Sanitation standards

Team collaboration

Event support

Tools

Standardized recipes

Job description

Live Well Healthcare Solutions seeks a talented Dietary Cook for a Skilled Nursing Facility in Danbury, CT. The role focuses on preparing meals to standard recipes, plating with care, and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen environment.

You will support the Dietary Manager during absences and contribute to menu planning and safety compliance. Ideal candidates have experience in healthcare-scale kitchens, possess strong organizational skills, and can handle last-minute requests for special