Therapeutic Diet Cook – Impactful Kitchen Role

Encompass Health; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, delivering nutritious meals in a caring, home-like setting. This role emphasizes accuracy, portion control, and adherence to dietary guidelines while supporting patients’ healing journeys.

Join our team to contribute to compassionate post-acute care at a recognized national inpatient rehabilitation leader, with opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Possession of a food handler's permit, if required by state or county regulations.
• Training in preparing therapeutic diets for patients.
• Recent institutional cooking experience preferred.
• Familiarity with HACCP and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends, evenings, or nights.

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 handler's permit

Therapeutic diet training

Institutional cooking experience

HACCP knowledge

Flexible schedule

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare therapeutic and modified diets for patients, delivering nutritious meals in a caring, home-like setting. This role emphasizes accuracy, portion control, and adherence to dietary guidelines while supporting patients’ healing journeys.

Join our team to contribute to compassionate post-acute care at a recognized national inpatient rehabilitation leader, with opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive work culture.