Full-Time Dietary Cook: Create Nutritious Resident Meals

The Chatfield Assisted Living; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

AD&D & Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance (Whole and Term)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

The Chatfield Assisted Living is seeking a reliable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a fast-paced kitchen environment. You will follow standardized recipes, ensure portions meet dietary plans, and maintain a clean, sanitary workspace to support resident well-being.

You should be comfortable managing ingredients, reducing waste, and working collaboratively with staff to deliver consistent, high-quality meals.

Qualifications

• Safe food handling and sanitation practices.
• Efficiently manage time during meal prep and service.
• Collaborate with kitchen and caregiving staff to meet dietary needs.
• Adapt to changing menu requirements and patient needs.
• Possess potential to lead or mentor in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to standardized recipes in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Manage ingredients and leftovers to minimize waste and control stock.
• Ensure accurate portioning and serving of meals per dietary plans.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment and work areas per health standards.
• Perform physical tasks related to food preparation as required.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Teamwork

Adaptability

Leadership potential

Job description

The Chatfield Assisted Living is seeking a reliable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a fast-paced kitchen environment. You will follow standardized recipes, ensure portions meet dietary plans, and maintain a clean, sanitary workspace to support resident well-being.

You should be comfortable managing ingredients, reducing waste, and working collaboratively with staff to deliver consistent, high-quality meals.