Residential Cook — Nutrition & Care Team

Nana-Healthcare-Management,-LL; Tallapoosa (GA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Hidden Creek Recovery & Retreat, LLC (HCRR) is hiring a Full-Time Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residential clients under supervision of the Head Chef. You will ensure meals follow dietary guidelines, safety standards, and seasonal menus while maintaining a clean, compliant kitchen environment.

The role emphasizes batch scratch cooking, menu planning, and adherence to state health regulations. This position requires nutrition knowledge, food safety certification, and teamwork in a

Qualifications

• Knowledge of culinary techniques, nutrition, and dietary practices.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation standards, and food waste control.
• Knowledge of proper food preparation and storage temperatures.
• Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to prepare meals efficiently while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residential clients following approved menus, nutritional guidelines, and dietary requirements.
• Accommodate client-specific dietary restrictions, allergies, and meal modifications.
• Utilize batch scratch cooking techniques to provide fresh, quality meals.
• Ensure breakfast items and daily meal components are prepared, stocked, and available as scheduled.
• Follow portion sizes and nutrition requirements established by facility guidelines.
• Create, update, and post client menus as needed.
• Coordinate with the Head Chef and treatment team to support client needs related to meals and nutrition.
• Follow all Board of Health requirements and State of Georgia food safety guidelines.
• Obtain and maintain Certified Food Handler certification.
• Ensure all menus are reviewed and approved by the facility dietitian.
• Monitor and document food temperatures and storage conditions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas and equipment.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Nutrition

Food safety

Commercial kitchen equipment

Meal preparation

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hidden Creek Recovery & Retreat, LLC (HCRR) is hiring a Full-Time Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residential clients under supervision of the Head Chef. You will ensure meals follow dietary guidelines, safety standards, and seasonal menus while maintaining a clean, compliant kitchen environment.

The role emphasizes batch scratch cooking, menu planning, and adherence to state health regulations. This position requires nutrition knowledge, food safety certification, and teamwork in a