Dietary Cook & Aide - Behavioral Hospital

Perimeter Healthcare•Arlington, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Cook with Purpose. Serve with Compassion. Make a Difference Every Day. At Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington, we believe healing begins with compassionate care, and that includes providing nutritious, high-quality meals that support the physical and emotional well-being of our patients. We are seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook/Aide to join our team and play a vital role in creating a positive patient experience. If you enjoy preparing meals, take pride in maintaining high food safety standards, and want to be part of a mission-driven healthcare organization, we'd love to meet you. Located in Arlington, Texas, Perimeter Behavioral Hospital provides specialized inpatient psychiatric treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. Our team is committed to delivering hope, healing, and recovery in a safe and supportive environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalency.
Current Food Handler Certification.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or able to obtain during new employee orientation.
Current Handle with Care (HWC) certification or able to obtain during new employee orientation.
Minimum one (1) year of food service experience, preferably in a healthcare, hospital, behavioral health, or institutional setting.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of food preparation techniques and therapeutic diets.
Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Dependable, team-oriented, and compassionate approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

Prepare meals and beverages according to approved menus, recipes, and production schedules.
Ensure food is prepared, presented, and served in an appealing and timely manner.
Prepare therapeutic and modified diets as prescribed.
Follow all food safety, sanitation, infection control, and regulatory standards.
Monitor and record food service equipment temperatures, including refrigerators, freezers, and dish machines.
Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen, dining room, food storage areas, and dish room.
Properly label, store, and rotate food products using established procedures.
Follow portion control guidelines and assist with minimizing food waste.
Support patients during meal service and encourage appropriate food selections when needed.
Wash dishes, clean equipment, and assist with additional departmental duties as assigned.
Promote a positive, respectful, and team-oriented environment for patients and coworkers.