Dietary Cook: Nutritious Meals for Residents (Flexible Schedule)

Apploi; Phillipsburg (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Beautiful work environment

Competitive Wages and Benefits Package

Flexible Schedule

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Complete Care in Phillipsburg, NJ is hiring an Experienced Dietary Cook to plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care setting. You will follow recipes, monitor portions, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires familiarity with special diets (low-sodium, diabetic, pureed) and strong teamwork to deliver timely, appealing meals. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; culinary training is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety guidelines and regulations.
• Experience in a kitchen, preferably in a long-term care facility or similar setting.
• Familiarity with special diets (low-sodium, diabetic, pureed, etc.).
• Strong cooking skills and understanding of various cooking techniques.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation for residents in a long-term care setting.
• Recipe adherence and portion control.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Apply a range of cooking techniques suitable for residents' diets.
• Present meals appealingly and handle plating as required.
• Communicate with kitchen staff and supervisors clearly.
• Train and assist staff to ensure compliance with dietary requirements.

Skills

Food safety

Kitchen experience

Special diets

Cooking techniques

Organization

Communication

Patience and compassion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training a plus

Job description

Complete Care in Phillipsburg, NJ is hiring an Experienced Dietary Cook to plan, prepare, and serve nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care setting. You will follow recipes, monitor portions, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires familiarity with special diets (low-sodium, diabetic, pureed) and strong teamwork to deliver timely, appealing meals. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; culinary training is a plus.