Hospital Cook: Fresh Meals & Therapeutic Diets

Sandy Lake Rehabilitation and Care Center; Coppell (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

DailyPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Nursing Loan Repayment

Employee Assistance Plan

Pet Insurance Discount

Job summary

Sandy Lake Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare fresh meals for patients and residents in a care setting. The role emphasizes adherence to therapeutic diets, recipe accuracy, and timely service within a hospital-like environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of dietary experience in medical facilities, and a valid food handler’s permit.

Qualifications

• Prepare food for regular and therapeutic diets following standardized recipes.
• Maintain proper portion control and food quantities.
• Monitor food temperatures and document as required.
• Ensure adequate stock and report shortages.
• Fluent in English (speaking, writing, comprehension).

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu.
• Ensure food is prepared in proper quantity and on schedule.
• Use portion control utensils to ensure correct quantities.
• Check food temperatures and record as per policy.
• Ensure adequate food and supplies and report shortages.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Menu planning

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sandy Lake Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare fresh meals for patients and residents in a care setting. The role emphasizes adherence to therapeutic diets, recipe accuracy, and timely service within a hospital-like environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of dietary experience in medical facilities, and a valid food handler’s permit.