Dietary Cook - Senior Living, Make a Real Impact

Americare; Springfield (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Daily Access to Wages

Complimentary Meals

401(k) Plan

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals for residents. You will support a positive dining experience while upholding high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety. This role emphasizes teamwork with dietary and care staff and requires adherence to health guidelines.

The position is part-time in Springfield, TN, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a supportive community focused on resident wellness.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in quantity food production is preferred, especially in healthcare or senior living.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in kitchen areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents, visitors, and staff.
• Follow dietician-approved menus while accommodating individual dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, dining areas, and food storage.
• Store, label, and organize food safely per guidelines.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Set up and clear dining areas before and after meals.
• Safely operate kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Adhere to company policies and professional conduct standards.
• Maintain resident confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.

Skills

Menu following

Food safety

Team collaboration

Dependable

Detail-oriented

Education

Grade school education

Job description

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals for residents. You will support a positive dining experience while upholding high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety. This role emphasizes teamwork with dietary and care staff and requires adherence to health guidelines.

The position is part-time in Springfield, TN, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a supportive community focused on resident wellness.