Dietary Cook - Lead Kitchen, Nutritious Meals, PTO & 401(k)

Healthwin Health and Rehabilitation; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)

401(k) Plan

Flexible Daily Pay

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Wellness Program

Job summary

Healthwin Health and Rehabilitation in South Bend, IN invites a Dietary Cook to lead and prepare meals for residents, supervise dietary functions, and ensure food presentation and safety.

You will work under the Dietary Service Supervisor and coordinate with the kitchen team to deliver nutritious, appealing meals, follow special diets, and help maintain accurate records and a clean, organized kitchen.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma preferred, or the ability to read and write English effectively.
• Experience: Previous culinary experience is a plus.
• Job Knowledge: Proficient in preparing and cooking a variety of foods in larger quantities. Knowledge of special diets, seasoning requirements, cooking times, and temperature controls. Skilled in estimating food quantities, minimizing waste, and creating appetizing meals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise kitchen operations in the absence of the manager.
• Receive reports on meals for normal and special diets, and coordinate food and supply requirements.
• Adhere to special diet orders and use approved substitutions.
• Follow food production plans to ensure quality and presentation.
• Plan, prepare, and serve meals in coordination with meal times.

Skills

Culinary skills

Supervisory experience

Food quantity planning

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Healthwin Health and Rehabilitation in South Bend, IN invites a Dietary Cook to lead and prepare meals for residents, supervise dietary functions, and ensure food presentation and safety.

You will work under the Dietary Service Supervisor and coordinate with the kitchen team to deliver nutritious, appealing meals, follow special diets, and help maintain accurate records and a clean, organized kitchen.