Skilled Dietary Cook for Nursing Facility — Crafted Meals

Towne Nursing Staff; Park Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Insurance Benefits

Job summary

Live Well Healthcare Solutions is seeking a classically trained Cook for a Skilled Nursing Facility. You will prepare, portion, and plate meals following standardized recipes and support the Dietary Manager during peak periods.

You must maintain high sanitation standards, manage inventory and contribute to menu development, while flexibly handling special events and last-minute requests. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Classically trained cook with experience in high-volume culinary operations.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes.
• Willingness to work weekends on a rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation, portioning, and cooking according to recipes.
• Plating and presentation of plated meals.
• Support the Dietary Manager during absences.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation and safety standards.
• Inventory management, stock rotation, and help with menu/ recipe development.
• Handle special events and last-minute culinary requests.

Skills

Culinary skills

High-volume cooking

Job description

Live Well Healthcare Solutions is seeking a classically trained Cook for a Skilled Nursing Facility. You will prepare, portion, and plate meals following standardized recipes and support the Dietary Manager during peak periods.

You must maintain high sanitation standards, manage inventory and contribute to menu development, while flexibly handling special events and last-minute requests. Weekend availability is required.