Therapeutic Diet Cook — Caring Kitchen Pro

Encompass Health; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, vision and

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health in Owasso, OK is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, ensuring meals meet nutrition and safety standards. You will follow menus, portion meals accurately, and coordinate timing with clinical staff.

The role offers opportunities for growth within a growing inpatient rehabilitation leader, with supportive team culture and opportunities for training and development. Flexible shifts available to fit your schedule.

Qualifications

• Food handler's permit if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in therapeutic diets and meal plans.
• Recent institutional cooking experience or exposure to special function cooking.
• Familiarity with HACCP and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends, evenings or nights.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to patient menus or orders.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in food preparation.
• Serve appropriate portions based on menu specifications.
• Plan timing of food preparation to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Ensure meals meet taste, texture, temperature and appearance standards.

Skills

Food preparation

Therapeutic diets

Food safety/HACCP

Menu adherence

Portion control

Flexible scheduling

Job description

Encompass Health in Owasso, OK is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, ensuring meals meet nutrition and safety standards. You will follow menus, portion meals accurately, and coordinate timing with clinical staff.

The role offers opportunities for growth within a growing inpatient rehabilitation leader, with supportive team culture and opportunities for training and development. Flexible shifts available to fit your schedule.