Dietary Manager Cook Chef

Iris-Senior-Living; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Iris Memory Care in Oklahoma City, OK seeks a Dietary Manager/Cook to lead the kitchen, plan and prepare meals, and supervise staff. You will manage inventory, follow menus, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations to deliver nutritious meals for residents living with dementia.

The role requires 1–2 years in a similar setting and Supervisory experience with older adults’ food needs, with a schedule of 4 days per week and weekend work. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• One to two years in a similar position preferred.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation regulations required.
• Experience supervising food service staff preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to residents within scheduled times with quality and efficiency.
• Conduct inventory, purchasing, storing, and preparation per menus and regs.
• Manage budget and staffing with the Executive Director.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen and storage areas.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation regulations

Supervisory experience

TB test clearance

Menu planning

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Dietary Manager/Cook | Full-TimeIris Memory Care | Oklahoma City, OKAbout the RoleDo you love cooking meals that bring comfort and joy? Iris Memory Care is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Dietary Manager/Cook to lead our team. If you take pride in preparing food with care and want your work to truly matter, we’d love to meet you.Schedule: 4 days per week (with one weekend day) | 6:00am–5:30pm | Full-Time Rate of Pay: Competitive, based on experienceAbout Our CommunityIris Memory Care is a small, freestanding memory care assisted living community conveniently located in N Oklahoma City. All of our residents live with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, and as an age-in-place community, you’ll prepare meals for residents across the full spectrum of the disease.What You’ll DoPrepare and serve meals to residents within scheduled times, with attention to quality, presentation, and efficient serviceConducts inventory, purchasing, storing, and preparation of food according to the provided menus and regulations.With the Executive Director, establishes departmental goals and objectives.Plans and administers departmental budget, including staffing levels.Maintain food quality, proper quantities, and sanitation throughout the kitchenKeep the kitchen and food storage areas clean, organized, and safeKnow residents’ food needs and preferences, coordinating with care staff as neededFollow established menus and adjust recipes with guidance from the consultant dietician to meet residents’ nutritional needsInspect food for quality, temperature, and appearance before serving; offer substitutions as neededMaintain coolers, meal service records, and required documentationFollow all local, state, and corporate health, sanitation, and infection control requirementsReport food service concerns or kitchen inspection issues, with a plan for correctionHelp train team members on daily kitchen sanitation practicesWhat We’re Looking ForOne to two years’ experience in a similar position preferred.Supervisory experience in dealing with older adults and their food needs preferred.One to two years of similar food service experience preferredWorking knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulationsServSafe certification, or ability to complete an approved courseSupervisory experience with older adults’ food needs preferredAbility to prepare and serve a wide variety of foods skillfullyHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent preferredReliable attendance and ability to work with minimal supervisionAbility to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and 35 lbs regularly, with frequent pushing, pulling, bending, walking, reaching, and stoopingAnnual verification of a negative TB skin testAvailability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as neededPositive, team-oriented attitudeWhy Iris Memory Care?Our residents deserve more than a meal — they deserve food made with care by someone who understands how much it matters. At Iris, you’ll be part of a close-knit team that treats residents like family.Apply today. Our residents can’t wait.Iris Memory Care is an equal opportunity employer.Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceWork Location: In person