Dietary Cook: Nutritious Meals, Team Impact & Growth

McLean Care Center; McLean (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Short-term disability

Cancer/critical illness insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

McLean Care Center is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents, following standardized recipes and safety guidelines.

You’ll manage ingredients, portion meals, and support resident well-being. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and the ability to multitask in a busy kitchen while maintaining clean, sanitary work areas. This full-time role includes benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Follow menus and recipes to consistently produce high-quality meals.
• Prepare and serve meals on time according to schedules.
• Adapt easily to changing tasks and kitchen needs.
• Work well in a team and lead when needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Meals: Cook all menu items according to standardized recipes in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Manage Ingredients: Suggest creative ways to utilize leftovers and manage overstock efficiently.
• Ensure Quality Control: Accurately prepare, portion, and serve meals based on recipes and dietary plans.
• Maintain Cleanliness: Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas according to health standards.
• Perform Physical Tasks: Safely lift, bend, and twist as needed during food preparation.

Skills

Reliability

Time management

Multitasking

Leadership

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

McLean Care Center is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents, following standardized recipes and safety guidelines.

You’ll manage ingredients, portion meals, and support resident well-being. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and the ability to multitask in a busy kitchen while maintaining clean, sanitary work areas. This full-time role includes benefits and opportunities for growth.