Therapeutic Diet Cook — Impactful Care Kitchen

Encompass Health Corporation; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and ESPP

Flexible spending accounts

Vibrant team community

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients in a hospital setting. You will contribute to meals that support patient care and comfort, while following designated menus and recipes. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely service in a patient-centric environment.

Join a collaborative team in a leading inpatient rehabilitation network, with opportunities for growth, benefits, and a supportive work culture focused on compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets.
• Recent institutional cooking experience; exposure to special function cooking.
• Familiarity with HACCP and food safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of foods.
• Serve appropriate portion sizes based on menu specifications.
• Plan timing of preparation of the food to ensure food satisfaction.
• Ensure satisfaction regarding taste, texture, temperature and appearance.

Skills

Food safety

Therapeutic diets training

Institutional cooking

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients in a hospital setting. You will contribute to meals that support patient care and comfort, while following designated menus and recipes. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely service in a patient-centric environment.

Join a collaborative team in a leading inpatient rehabilitation network, with opportunities for growth, benefits, and a supportive work culture focused on compassionate care.