Healthcare Dietary Cook — ServSafe Certified

Alliance Health Group; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Camellia Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Henderson, NC is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a skilled nursing setting. You will follow planned menus and therapeutic diets while upholding food safety and sanitation standards.

We value teamwork and compassionate service as you collaborate with the Dietary Manager and healthcare team to meet residents\' nutritional needs and ensure high-quality food presentation for every meal.

Qualifications

• Current ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain certification
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous healthcare/long-term care or institutional food service experience preferred
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, food safety practices, and sanitation standards

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals per planned menus, therapeutic diets, and physician-ordered dietary restrictions.
• Ensure food is prepared, portioned, and served in a timely manner with high quality and presentation.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local dietary and food safety regulations.
• Keep kitchen equipment and prep areas clean, organized, and sanitized.
• Monitor food temperatures and maintain accurate safety records.
• Work with the Dietary Manager and healthcare team to meet residents\' nutritional needs.
• Provide courteous, friendly, and professional service to residents, visitors, and staff.
• Assist with other dietary department duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Camellia Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Henderson, NC is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a skilled nursing setting. You will follow planned menus and therapeutic diets while upholding food safety and sanitation standards.

We value teamwork and compassionate service as you collaborate with the Dietary Manager and healthcare team to meet residents\' nutritional needs and ensure high-quality food presentation for every meal.