Therapeutic Diet Cook | Impactful Hospital Kitchen

Encompass Health; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Employee stock purchase plan

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients in a hospital setting. You will contribute to a warm, patient-centered kitchen that supports healing and recovery.

You must be able to follow diet plans, handle food safely, and manage timely meal preparation across shifts. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a national rehabilitation leader.

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 and/or exposure to special function cooking are desirable.
• Familiarity with HACCP and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines is expected.

Responsibilities

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
• Follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions in the preparation of various 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

Food portioning

Therapeutic diets

Education

Training in therapeutic diets

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients in a hospital setting. You will contribute to a warm, patient-centered kitchen that supports healing and recovery.

You must be able to follow diet plans, handle food safely, and manage timely meal preparation across shifts. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a national rehabilitation leader.