Dietary Aide / Cook

Dietary Aide / Cook

Location: Newton Health Care Center | Newton, IA

Newton Health Care Center is seeking a Dietary Aide / Cook to join our skilled nursing facility in Newton, IA.

This dual-role position is responsible for assisting with meal preparation, cooking, food service, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment. The Dietary Aide / Cook plays an important role in ensuring residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals while following all dietary policies and food safety regulations.
Shift Available

• Part-Time
• Every other weekend

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and portion control guidelines
• Plan food production to coordinate with scheduled meal service
• Follow standardized recipes and therapeutic diet orders
• Prepare food for regular, modified, and special diets
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain knowledge of menu items, portion sizes, and plate presentation
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, appliances, and work areas
• Assist with serving meals in a timely and courteous manner
• Support meal preparation and other food service duties as assigned
• Assist with dishwashing and kitchen cleanup as needed
• Work collaboratively with the dietary team to provide exceptional service to residents

Qualifications

• One (1) year of dining services experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or other healthcare setting preferred
• Culinary school training preferred
• Current ServSafe Certification required
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards

Join our dietary team and help provide delicious, nutritious meals that enhance the health and well-being of our residents. Apply today!