Inpatient Therapeutic Diet Cook

Encompass Health Corporation; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Stock purchase plans

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation in Newnan, GA seeks a Cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, following menus and portion sizes to meet individual plans. You will ensure flavor, texture, temperature, and presentation align with dietary requirements.

Responsibilities include planning preparation timing, serving accurate portions, and delivering meals with care in a hospital kitchen setting. Weekday/weekend flexibility supported by team-oriented culture and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience and/or exposure to special function cooking is desirable.
• Familiarity with HACCP and food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various foods.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
• Plan timing of preparation of the food to ensure food satisfaction.
• Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature and appearance.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Culinary skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Food handler's permit

Therapeutic diet preparation training

Job description

Encompass Health Corporation in Newnan, GA seeks a Cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, following menus and portion sizes to meet individual plans. You will ensure flavor, texture, temperature, and presentation align with dietary requirements.

Responsibilities include planning preparation timing, serving accurate portions, and delivering meals with care in a hospital kitchen setting. Weekday/weekend flexibility supported by team-oriented culture and growth opportunities.