Part Time Dietary Cook

Medilodge of Gaylord; Gaylord (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible pay options

Employee Assistance Program

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Job summary

MediLodge of Gaylord in Gaylord, MI is seeking a part-time Dietary Cook to combine culinary skills with care for residents. You’ll prepare meals that meet dietary needs, follow food safety standards, and work with a team in a healthcare setting.

This role values attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to plan menus with regular and therapeutic options. Prior cooking experience in restaurants or food service is preferred, and ServSafe or equivalent certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food preparation and handling techniques.
• Understanding of basic nutrition for residents.
• Experience in quantity food production and basic math.
• Ability to read, speak, and write in English.
• Effective communication with residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Review menus before preparing food for regular and therapeutic diets.
• Prepare meals for residents, staff, and events per planned menu.
• Use standardized recipes and ensure proper portioning.
• Maintain sanitation and safety per policies and regulations.
• Provide alternative items to meet individual resident needs.
• Document changes to menus as required.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Nutrition basics

Quantity food production

Basic math skills

Clear communication

Education

tenth grade or above

GED or HS diploma preferred

ServSafe or equivalent certification preferred

Job description

MediLodge of Gaylord
508 Random Ln
Gaylord, MI 49735, USA

Description

Dietary Cook - Part Time

Facility: MediLodge of Gaylord

This is a great opportunity for someone interested in combining culinary skills with a meaningful role in healthcare! The position seems well-suited for someone who is detail-oriented and passionate about creating meals that meet the dietary needs of elderly residents. Any previous experience in cooking, especially in a restaurant or food service setting is preferred.

Why MediLodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.
• Flexible pay options;get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexibility in scheduling; ask us what options are available.
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses and more!

We value your contributions, and we want you to experience the professional success and personal fulfillment that comes with making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.

Summary:

The Dietary Cook prepares and serves food using proper food handling and food safety techniques for residents, as well as employees and special events that tastes good and is served at the proper temperature and in an attractive manner in accordance with established standards. Maintains a clean and safe working environment in accordance with established standards.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Minimum of tenth grade or above
• GED or High School Diploma or above preferred

Licenses/Certification:

• ServSafe Food Safety Certification preferred, or other food safety certification as required in state or county of facility.

Experience:

• Six months’ experience in large quantity food preparation. Experience with therapeutic diet preparation preferred.

Job Functions:

• Reviews menus prior to preparation of food.
• Prepares food for regular and therapeutic diets according to the planned menu, as well as employees and special events, as instructed by the supervisor.
• Prepares alternative items to meet residents’ individual needs and food preferences.
• Prepares and/or portions food using proper food handling and food safety techniques according to established policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations.
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations as well as our established policies and procedures.
• Makes only authorized changes to the planned menu and records the change according to established policy.
• Ensures that food tastes good and is served at the appropriate temperature in an attractive, appetizing manner.
• Ensure that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Utilizes standardized recipes to prepare menu items.
• Performs othertasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of safe food preparation, handling techniques, and basic nutrition of food.

Skilled in quantity food production and utilize basic math skills.

Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members and at all levels of the organization.

Ability to be accurate, concise, and detail-oriented.

Ability to read, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English through verbal and written means.

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