Dietary Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Dietary Cook

At Brookshire Nursing and Rehabilitation, we are committed to delivering outstanding care and fostering strong employee bonds. We are seeking a dedicated and dependable Dietary Cook to join our team!

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Dietary Cook to support our dietary services in our long-term care, nursing home, and rehabilitation center settings. As a Dietary Cook, you will be responsible for preparing meals according to planned menus and therapeutic diet orders, maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, and supporting residents' nutritional needs under the direction of the dietary manager.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals and snacks according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and dietary guidelines

• Prepare food for therapeutic and modified diets (pureed, mechanical soft, low-sodium, diabetic, etc.) as ordered

• Monitor food temperatures during preparation, holding, and service to ensure food safety

• Portion and plate meals for proper presentation and appropriate serving sizes

• Set up and break down the kitchen and steam tables for meal service

• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of food and supplies to maintain freshness and safety

• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, including equipment, work surfaces, and storage areas

• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards, including HACCP guidelines

• Report any resident concerns or observations to the dietary manager or nursing staff

• Complete forms, logs, and records as required

Requirements:

• Experience as a cook in a food service or healthcare dietary setting is a plus!

• Successful completion of a training and competency evaluation program required

• Must be free of criminal activity proven by a criminal background check

• Become familiar with and comply to all local, state, and federal regulations relating to the job

• Food Handler's Certification (as required by state)

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive, nationwide benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of our employees and their families, including:

• Major Medical Insurance with three plan options to choose from, all offering access to nationwide provider networks.

• Dental Insurance with two PPO plan options, including a plan with orthodontic coverage.

• Vision Insurance with nationwide provider access.

• A variety of voluntary/worksite benefits that allow employees to customize their coverage based on their individual needs, including:

  • Life Insurance

  • Accident Insurance

  • Critical Illness Insurance

  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance

  • Cancer Insurance

  • Short-Term Disability

Our benefits program provides employees with the flexibility to choose the coverage that best fits their lifestyle, budget, and personal needs.

Physical Setting

• Long-term care

• Nursing home

• Rehabilitation center

License/Certification

• Food Handler's Certification

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At Sila Healthcare, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and building a strong, supportive team. We believe in fostering a culture of strength, accountability, and teamwork, and we seek individuals who share our values and passion for delivering exceptional care.

How to Apply If you are a motivated and organized individual who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Sila Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment with Sila Healthcare is at-will. Either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, except as otherwise provided by law.