Full Time Dietary Cook

Escondido Pa; Circleville (OH); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Circleville Post Acute in Circleville, OH seeks a Dietary Cook to prepare meals per menus and dietary needs, follow recipes, and help deliver appealing dining experiences for residents. You will maintain kitchen safety, assist with service, and collaborate with the dietary team to ensure quality meals and a clean, organized kitchen.

Ideal candidates bring prior healthcare food service experience, strong knowledge of sanitation, and a dependable, team-oriented mindset to support residents' daily

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare food service adherence to dietary requirements.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, organized and detail-oriented with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements.
• Follow recipes and portion guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with meal service and ensure food is presented attractively.
• Work closely with the Dietary Manager and dietary team to meet residents' needs.
• Help keep the kitchen clean, organized, and inspection-ready.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Dietary Cook Circleville Post Acute | Circleville, OH Are you the kind of person who believes food can brighten someone's day? Can you follow a recipe, keep a kitchen running smoothly, and still make a meal with a little extra heart? Circleville Post Acute is looking for a Dietary Cook who understands that great care doesn't stop at the bedside. It continues right into the dining room. We're seeking someone who can prepare delicious meals, keep quality and safety top of mind, and help create a positive dining experience for our residents.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements.
• Follow recipes and portion guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with meal service and ensure food is presented attractively.
• Work closely with the Dietary Manager and dietary team to meet residents' needs.
• Help keep the kitchen clean, organized, and inspection-ready.

What We're Looking For

• Previous cooking experience, preferably in healthcare, long-term care, or food service.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to be part of a team.
• Someone who understands that every meal matters.

Why You'll Love Working at Circleville Post Acute

At Circleville Post Acute, we know that food is more than nutrition. It's comfort. It's routine. It's something residents look forward to every day.

That's why we're looking for a cook who takes pride in creating meals that are both satisfying and prepared with care.

You’ll join a team that values hard work, supports one another, and recognizes the important role dietary services play in the resident experience.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

• You think "just eyeballing it" is not a cooking measurement.
• You take pride in a spotless kitchen.
• You know the difference between cooking food and caring through food.
• You can stay calm when the lunch rush arrives.
• You believe a good meal can turn an ordinary day into a better one.

If you're ready to bring your cooking skills, teamwork, and passion for serving others to a workplace where you can truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Hourly Rate: $16

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making.

In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic.