Therapeutic Diet Cook - Detail‑Oriented Team Player

Preferred Care Management; Jackson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Care Management is seeking a qualified Cook to prepare and serve meals, including texture-modified and therapeutic diets, following the facility menu and applicable safety standards. You will assist with receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation and cleaning, while maintaining professional conduct and supporting dietary aides.

Strong teamwork and adherence to schedules are essential. Candidates should be detail-oriented, well-groomed and capable of working with residents and

Qualifications

• Specialized training in food service is desirable or required, including sanitation and safety course.
• Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete tasks.
• Must follow meal preparation schedules and maintain neat appearance.
• Knowledge of quantity food production, nutrition, and food safety/sanitation requirements.

Responsibilities

• The Cook prepares and serves food including texture modified and therapeutic diets according to the facility menu.
• Prepares food in compliance with federal, state, and local standards and facility policies.
• Assists in receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation, and cleaning procedures.
• Maintains professionalism, acts as a team player, and communicates with residents and staff.
• Assists dietary aides as necessary and directs other staff as approved.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Food safety knowledge

English proficiency

Written and oral communication

Education

Sanitation and safety course

Specialized training in food service

Job description

Preferred Care Management is seeking a qualified Cook to prepare and serve meals, including texture-modified and therapeutic diets, following the facility menu and applicable safety standards. You will assist with receiving, storage, preparation, serving, sanitation and cleaning, while maintaining professional conduct and supporting dietary aides.

Strong teamwork and adherence to schedules are essential. Candidates should be detail-oriented, well-groomed and capable of working with residents and