Nutrition Coordinator & Head Cook - Post-Acute

Life Care Centers of America; Jefferson City (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Head Cook to work with the Dietary Director and Registered Dietitian to deliver high-quality nutrition services for patients in a post-acute setting.

The role requires planning and directing food service staff, ensuring diet accuracy, and maintaining documentation and compliance with standards and regulations. Strong computer skills and adherence to policies are essential for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Must hold a certified dietary manager credential or meet federal/state requirements.
• Experience documenting nutrition for post-acute care patients.
• Active license in the applicable state, with good standing.
• Health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food service staff to provide high quality meals on time and at proper temperatures.
• Ensure patient diets ordered by physicians are prepared and served accurately.
• Complete nutrition documentation for each patient as part of the care plan process.
• Order food and supplies, review deliveries for quality and pricing.
• Demonstrate strong customer service and teamwork on an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with company policies and codes of conduct.

Skills

Numerical abilities

Computer software proficiency

Standards of practice knowledge

Independent decision making

Regulatory knowledge

Geriatric care knowledge

Education

Certified dietary manager

State license requirements

Healthcare experience preferred

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Head Cook to work with the Dietary Director and Registered Dietitian to deliver high-quality nutrition services for patients in a post-acute setting.

The role requires planning and directing food service staff, ensuring diet accuracy, and maintaining documentation and compliance with standards and regulations. Strong computer skills and adherence to policies are essential for daily operations.