Senior Living Dietary Cook: Nutritious Meals, Flexible Scheduling

Americare Senior Living; Marshall (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals that support residents’ health, comfort, and enjoyment. You’ll help create a welcoming dining experience while upholding high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety.

Work collaboratively with dietary and care teams, follow dietician-approved menus, and accommodate individual needs. This role requires adherence to safety practices and HIPAA confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Grade school education required.
• Experience in quantity food production preferred.
• Healthcare or senior living setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents, visitors, and staff in a timely manner
• Follow dietician-approved menus while accommodating individual resident dietary needs
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dining areas, and food storage spaces
• Store, label, and organize food safely in accordance with food safety guidelines
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Set up and clear dining areas before and after meals
• Safely operate kitchen appliances and equipment
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and professional conduct standards
• Maintain resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Skills

Age requirement: 18+

Follow menus and dietary guidelines

Cleanliness and food safety

Teamwork with dietary/care teams

Dependable and organized

Education

Grade school education

Job description

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious, home-style meals that support residents’ health, comfort, and enjoyment. You’ll help create a welcoming dining experience while upholding high standards of food quality, sanitation, and safety.

Work collaboratively with dietary and care teams, follow dietician-approved menus, and accommodate individual needs. This role requires adherence to safety practices and HIPAA confidentiality.