Therapeutic Diet Cook for Patient‑Focused Kitchen

Encompass Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexible spending accounts

Stock purchase plans

Job summary

Encompass Health in Houston, TX, is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, delivering meals that support recovery and comfort. You will work in a team-focused kitchen that values safety, quality, and compassion.

The role requires adherence to menus, accurate portioning, and timely meal service, with familiarity in HACCP and food safety standards preferred. Join a caring environment that makes a difference.

Qualifications

• Must have a food handler's permit (as required by state/county regulations).
• Experience or training in preparing therapeutic diets is a plus.
• Ability to work varied shifts including weekdays, weekends, evenings, or nights.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to patient menu combinations or orders.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in food preparation for patients.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
• Plan timing of food preparation to ensure meals are ready when needed.
• Ensure meals meet taste, texture, temperature and appearance expectations.

Skills

Food handling

Menu adherence

Flexibility

Job description

Encompass Health in Houston, TX, is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, delivering meals that support recovery and comfort. You will work in a team-focused kitchen that values safety, quality, and compassion.

The role requires adherence to menus, accurate portioning, and timely meal service, with familiarity in HACCP and food safety standards preferred. Join a caring environment that makes a difference.