Healthcare Kitchen Cook: Nutritious Meals & Team Impact

August Healthcare; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

August Healthcare is seeking a dependable Cook to prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for residents in accordance with menus, dietary requirements, and healthcare food-safety standards. This role emphasizes consistency, sanitation, and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen.

The ideal candidate has cooking experience, ability to follow menus and dietary instructions, and works well in a collaborative environment focused on resident well-being and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience preferred, healthcare or long-term care experience a plus.
• Ability to prepare food in large quantities and follow menus, recipes, and dietary instructions.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Dependable, organized, and team-oriented.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and special diet orders.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served on time and in appropriate portions.
• Prepare food for therapeutic and special diets as directed.
• Review menus and diet changes prior to meal preparation.
• Assist with meal service, substitutions, and special events as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and food storage areas.
• Follow infection control, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Monitor food supplies and report needs to Food Services Director
• Complete required documentation and reports
• Adhere to HIPAA and resident confidentiality requirements

Skills

Cooking

English communication

Teamwork

Job description

August Healthcare is seeking a dependable Cook to prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for residents in accordance with menus, dietary requirements, and healthcare food-safety standards. This role emphasizes consistency, sanitation, and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen.

The ideal candidate has cooking experience, ability to follow menus and dietary instructions, and works well in a collaborative environment focused on resident well-being and quality of care.