Nutritional Care Cook & Dietary Aide

PruittHealth; Black Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina State Veterans Home is seeking a Dietary Aide/Cook to assist with meal preparation and serving for residents in a long-term care setting. Responsibilities include assisting the cook, preparing snacks, and delivering trays while ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met.

The role requires adherence to dietary guidelines, infection control, and cooperation with the Food Service/Dietary Manager. Experience in a healthcare food service environment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to assist with meal preparation and food handling.
• Follows infection control policies and safety procedures.
• Works with a supervisor to ensure meals meet nutritional guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist cook in meal preparation and service.
• Serve nourishments and assist with tray delivery.
• Store leftovers and maintain proper food temperatures.
• Record freezer and refrigerator temperatures.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Food preparation

Infection control

Kitchen safety

Team collaboration

Education

Literacy

Tools

Dishwasher

Job description

North Carolina State Veterans Home is seeking a Dietary Aide/Cook to assist with meal preparation and serving for residents in a long-term care setting. Responsibilities include assisting the cook, preparing snacks, and delivering trays while ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met.

The role requires adherence to dietary guidelines, infection control, and cooperation with the Food Service/Dietary Manager. Experience in a healthcare food service environment is preferred.