Healthcare Cook | Patient Meal Specialist

Cantex; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

401k with match

Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental

Vacation, Sick, Personal Holiday &Paid

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition & CEU Reimbursement

Rewards & Recognition Program

Job summary

Cantex in Denison, TX is seeking a Cook/Assistant Chef to ensure patient meals are prepared, cooked, portioned, and served according to approved menus in a timely manner within a long-term care and healthcare environment.

The role supports daily food production, therapeutic diet compliance, food safety, sanitation, and quality service while promoting resident well-being and safety. Experience in healthcare food service is preferred, with a state Food Manager Certificate required.

Qualifications

• Current state Food Manager Certificate is required.
• Experience in quality food preparation in healthcare settings preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, portion control, and safe handling preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or directs preparation of food items according to menus.
• Ensures food preparation follows dietary and healthcare standards.
• Adheres to production schedules and minimizes waste.
• Labels, dates, and stores items and leftovers.
• Maintains sanitation of equipment and areas.
• Prepares special meals and snacks as needed.
• Supports therapeutic diet compliance and meal accuracy.
• Identifies and corrects safety hazards in kitchen areas.
• Assists in inventory and notifies shortages or discrepancies.

Skills

English proficiency (read/write)

Education

State Food Manager Certificate

Job description

Cantex in Denison, TX is seeking a Cook/Assistant Chef to ensure patient meals are prepared, cooked, portioned, and served according to approved menus in a timely manner within a long-term care and healthcare environment.

The role supports daily food production, therapeutic diet compliance, food safety, sanitation, and quality service while promoting resident well-being and safety. Experience in healthcare food service is preferred, with a state Food Manager Certificate required.