Therapeutic Diet Cook — Inpatient Care Team

Encompass Health; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and continuous education

Company-matching 401(k)

Employee stock purchase plans

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health in Richardson, Texas, seeks a dedicated Cook to prepare therapeutic diets and provide culinary delights for our patients. This role requires a food handler's permit and recent institutional cooking experience. Candidates should have training in food preparation for therapeutic diets and familiarity with HACCP guidelines. A flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, is essential. Join a vibrant community focused on quality care and employee satisfaction at Encompass Health!

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 all HACCP and food safety guidelines.
• Flexibility in working weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts to meet deadlines.

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

Culinary skills

Flexibility

Knowledge of HACCP guidelines

Experience with therapeutic diets

Education

Food handler’s permit

Job description

Encompass Health in Richardson, Texas, seeks a dedicated Cook to prepare therapeutic diets and provide culinary delights for our patients. This role requires a food handler's permit and recent institutional cooking experience. Candidates should have training in food preparation for therapeutic diets and familiarity with HACCP guidelines. A flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, is essential. Join a vibrant community focused on quality care and employee satisfaction at Encompass Health!