Traveling Culinary Specialist: Fresh Resident Meals

Eastern Healthcare Group; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental + Vision

401k

Tuition reimbursement through ECPI

1.5 Holiday Pay

1.5 Overtime Pay for every hour worked

Employee recognition programs

Daily Pay

Job summary

Eastern Healthcare Group seeks a Dietary Cook to travel among affiliated facilities, providing dietary support and maintaining food service operations per policies and standards. You will prepare meals, ensure sanitation, and assist with special events as directed.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of large-quantity food preparation experience. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential, with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year related experience in preparing foods in large quantities.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Ability to work well in a team and support company objectives.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Meet physical and sensory requirements and work in the described environment.
• Identify and participate in process improvements for the customer experience and workflow.
• Prepare and cook resident meals according to menu and portions.
• Cook according to proper methods and temperatures for yield and safety.
• Clean area and equipment to sanitation standards.
• Taste, smell, and observe foods to ensure recipes and appearance meet standards.
• Prepare meals on time to meet serving schedules.
• Serve food according to dietary guidelines and tray accuracy.
• Monitor portion controls to prevent waste.
• Prepare foods for staff, families, visitors, and events as directed by the Administrator.
• Follow planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, and temperature controls.
• Inspect special diet trays for correct diets.
• Attend in-service education to meet requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Travel between facilities as needed; reliable transportation required.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Eastern Healthcare Group seeks a Dietary Cook to travel among affiliated facilities, providing dietary support and maintaining food service operations per policies and standards. You will prepare meals, ensure sanitation, and assist with special events as directed.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of large-quantity food preparation experience. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential, with a focus on safety and quality.