Patient Meal Specialist (Post-Acute Care Kitchen)

Life Care Centers of America; Elizabethton (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks a Cook to prepare and serve meals for patients in a long-term care setting. The role requires adherence to dietary orders, safety, and sanitation standards, with focus on timely service and patient satisfaction.

The position emphasizes teamwork, professional conduct, and the ability to perform under quality and regulatory guidelines in a post-acute care facility.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year experience in food preparation preferred.
• Experience in preparing and cooking food in large quantities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals that are appetizing in taste and appearance and appropriate for each patient.
• Knowledgeable of ordered diets as well as food consistency.
• Ensure food and supplies for the next meal are readily available.
• Serve meals and snacks in a timely manner.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Life Care Centers of America seeks a Cook to prepare and serve meals for patients in a long-term care setting. The role requires adherence to dietary orders, safety, and sanitation standards, with focus on timely service and patient satisfaction.

The position emphasizes teamwork, professional conduct, and the ability to perform under quality and regulatory guidelines in a post-acute care facility.