Dietary Cook — Nutritious Senior Meals & Growth

The Crossings at Tellico Village; Tennessee; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advanced Pay

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking a Dietary Cook to join our team at Tellico Village (Loudon, TN). You will prepare and serve meals adhering to the menu, ensure proper food handling, and provide nutritionally appropriate options for residents in a compliant facility.

The ideal candidate has a passion for working with seniors, a flexible and energetic demeanor, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior LTC dietary experience and strong communication are preferred.

Qualifications

• Passion for seniors and compassionate care are essential.
• Flexible, energetic personality is highly valued.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; prior LTC/SNF/AL/MC dietary experience preferred.
• 1 year of cooking experience in large-scale operations is a plus.
• Professional appearance and strong communication skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to the menu.
• Monitor food handling, preparation, and service methods.
• Ensure nutritious meals and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and equipment.

Skills

Passion for seniors

Energetic personality

Excellent communication skills

Adaptable

Team player

Professional image

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is seeking a Dietary Cook to join our team at Tellico Village (Loudon, TN). You will prepare and serve meals adhering to the menu, ensure proper food handling, and provide nutritionally appropriate options for residents in a compliant facility.

The ideal candidate has a passion for working with seniors, a flexible and energetic demeanor, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior LTC dietary experience and strong communication are preferred.