Inpatient Therapeutic Diet Cook

Oceans Healthcare; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (as a

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Waco is seeking a qualified cook to plan and prepare meals for adults and seniors in a hospital setting, following therapeutic diet guidelines and physician orders. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure meals meet menus and temperatures, and manage daily prep for the next day’s service, while maintaining sanitation and policy compliance.

Completion of culinary school and at least 2 years of hospital or nursing home experience preferred; CPR and de-escalation training

Qualifications

• Completion of culinary school; 2 years cooking experience in nursing home or hospital preferred.
• Must read and write, follow recipes, use measurements, and understand therapeutic diets.
• CPR certification and Oceans approved de-escalation program required.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily cooking schedule to meet deadlines and follow standardized recipes.
• Direct the work of assistants and aides in a professional manner.
• Prepare and serve meals per menus, physician orders, resident preferences, and therapeutic diet spreadsheet.
• Record temperatures and substitutions; ensure proper temperatures are maintained.
• Serve food on tray line at mealtime and ensure service quality.
• Clean, sanitize, and cover kitchen equipment; follow cleaning assignments.
• Prepare for the next day’s menu and adjust as needed.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Follow recipes

Measurements

Cooking experience

Therapeutic diets understanding

Timeframe proficiency

Planning & organizing

Education

Culinary school

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Waco is seeking a qualified cook to plan and prepare meals for adults and seniors in a hospital setting, following therapeutic diet guidelines and physician orders. You will lead kitchen staff, ensure meals meet menus and temperatures, and manage daily prep for the next day’s service, while maintaining sanitation and policy compliance.

Completion of culinary school and at least 2 years of hospital or nursing home experience preferred; CPR and de-escalation training