Part-Time Dietary Cook for Adolescent Healthcare

Perimeter Healthcare; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral Health of the Ozarks in Springdale, Arkansas, is seeking a Part-Time Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for adolescents in a residential program. You will work weekends and some weekdays, ensuring meals meet safety standards and dietary requirements.

The role involves food preparation, portion control, and collaboration with dietary and healthcare teams to support patients’ health and recovery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Food safety certification or ability to obtain it within 30 days.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Commercial kitchen experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals on schedule following recipes and facility menus.
• Follow therapeutic diet requirements and accommodate dietary restrictions.
• Monitor food quality and temperatures during preparation and service.
• Use and maintain kitchen equipment, including thermometers.
• Coordinate with dietary staff on meal planning and inventory; train kitchen helpers.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Stand for extended periods

Lift up to 50 pounds

Commercial kitchen experience

Healthcare kitchen experience

Therapeutic diets knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Must be at least 21 years old

Food safety certification

ServSafe certification

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral Health of the Ozarks in Springdale, Arkansas, is seeking a Part-Time Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for adolescents in a residential program. You will work weekends and some weekdays, ensuring meals meet safety standards and dietary requirements.

The role involves food preparation, portion control, and collaboration with dietary and healthcare teams to support patients’ health and recovery.