Therapeutic Diet Cook for Patient Meals

Intersect Healthcare of Lamont; Lamont (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Intersect Healthcare of Lamont seeks a Cook to prepare and serve meals for patients, residents, and staff in a hospital Food and Nutrition department. The role requires adherence to federal, state, and local guidelines through established policies while delivering high-quality food and service.

The Cook will handle menu reviews, dietary fluidities, and ensure meals meet planned portions and nutrition needs in a safe, sanitary environment.

Qualifications

• Six months of paid quantity food preparation experience.
• Formal or on-the-job training in quantity food preparation and safety.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve various food items.
• Ensure meals follow planned menus and diet orders.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist in inventory and stocking of supplies for meals.
• Follow infection control policies and safety procedures.
• Report accidents/incidents per department policies.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Sanitation standards

Meal timing

Reading/Instructions

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Intersect Healthcare of Lamont seeks a Cook to prepare and serve meals for patients, residents, and staff in a hospital Food and Nutrition department. The role requires adherence to federal, state, and local guidelines through established policies while delivering high-quality food and service.

The Cook will handle menu reviews, dietary fluidities, and ensure meals meet planned portions and nutrition needs in a safe, sanitary environment.