Part-Time Healthcare Dietary Cook (Therapeutic Diets)

Perimeter Healthcare Careers; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral Health of the Ozarks in Springdale, AR, is seeking a dependable Part-Time Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for adolescents in our residential program. You will follow safety standards and dietary needs while supporting a team focused on healing and recovery.

Join a healthcare kitchen serving about 55–60 patients and staff, with weekend shifts and occasional extra weekday coverage as needed to cover leaves or call-outs.

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.
• Stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Commercial kitchen experience helpful.
• Healthcare food service or large-scale meal prep preferred.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

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.
• Adjust portions and meal preparation to meet nutritional needs.
• Coordinate with dietary staff on meal planning and preparation.
• Communicate with the healthcare team about patients’ dietary needs.
• Help train and guide kitchen helpers and participate in inventory management.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Team coordination

Patient care

Food service

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe certification

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral Health of the Ozarks in Springdale, AR, is seeking a dependable Part-Time Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious meals for adolescents in our residential program. You will follow safety standards and dietary needs while supporting a team focused on healing and recovery.

Join a healthcare kitchen serving about 55–60 patients and staff, with weekend shifts and occasional extra weekday coverage as needed to cover leaves or call-outs.