Full Time Dietary Cook

PACS; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Circleville Post Acute in Circleville, OH is seeking a Dietary Cook to prepare meals per planned menus and dietary needs. You will follow recipes, maintain high food safety standards, and assist with meal service to create appealing, nutritious dining experiences for residents.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and a caring approach to ensure every meal matters and residents look forward to daily dining moments.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 experience

Food safety

Efficient pace

Dependable

Organized

Positive attitude

Team player

Meal-focused care

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.

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.