Dietary Aide / Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Dietary Aides / Cooks

General Purpose:

Assist in food preparation and serving; maintain clean and sanitary conditions in the kitchen and dining areas under the supervision of the Dietary Manager or Cook.

This facility expects their employees to promote an atmosphere of teamwork with other employees and hospitality and comfort for its residents. Therefore, the following list of duties is not all-inclusive:

Food Preparation, Serving and Cleaning

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and snacks.

• Assist in checking trays for menu and diet preferences and accuracy.

• Set up trays and deliver meals to residents.

• Set up serving line with cold foods, condiments, serving containers, dishes, silverware, etc. according to the menus and as instructed.

• Work on central tray service line, placing appropriate food on general and modified diet trays, as directed.

• Deliver loaded food carts to corridor and return unloaded carts to dish washing unit.

• Collect soiled trays and utensils from dining room tables and transport them to dish washing area.

• Wash dishes, clean equipment, wipe off dining room and worktables, clean utensils, pots and pans; mop floors in dietary, etc., as assigned.

• Clean and maintain kitchen and food preparation equipment as assigned.

• Wash, sanitize, and store trays, dishes and utensils.

Supply

• Stock and store food items as assigned.

• Maintain a level of food and supplies adequate for the next meal and assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods and supplies.

• Report hazardous conditions, equipment, accidents and incidents, as necessary.

Other duties

• Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements.

• Be familiar with Standard Precautions, Exposure Control Plan, Fire Drill and Evacuation Procedures and know how to use the information.

• Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility records/information.

Qualifications for Dietary Cook :

• Previous cooking experience required

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards

• Familiarity with dietary restrictions and modified diets

• Reliable, organized, and able to work independently

Responsibilities of Dietary Cook :

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements

• Assist with shift coverage for call-outs, vacations, or staffing needs

• Ensure meals meet state and federal guidelines for skilled nursing facilities

• Follow therapeutic and modified diets, including low-sodium, diabetic, and pureed diets

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment

• Monitor food temperatures, storage procedures, and sanitation practices

• Work collaboratively with the dietary team to support smooth daily operations

Why Join Us?

Skip the late-night restaurant hours and enjoy a more balanced schedule. We offer a stable, team-oriented environment where your work directly contributes to the health and well-being of our residents.

Apply today to bring your skills into a role that makes a real difference!

Walk-in Interviews Welcome Monday to Friday, between 10 am and 4 pm

Benefits:

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• State College, PA 16801 (Required)

• Benefits:

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Vision insurance

  Work Location: In person