Dietary Cook

Southern Oaks Assisted Living • Henderson, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable, service-minded Dietary Cook to prepare and serve nutritious, home-style meals for residents, visitors, and staff. The cook follows dietician-approved menus, accommodates individual resident dietary needs, and supports a welcoming, home-like dining environment while maintaining food quality, sanitation, and safety standards. The role is also known as Cook, Food Service Cook, or Kitchen Cook.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Grade school education required.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines.
• Attention to cleanliness, food safety, and detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with dietary and care teams.
• Dependable, organized, and service-oriented approach.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, and change positions frequently; lift or carry up to 25 lbs.; push and pull up to 50 lbs.; and reach, balance, kneel, stoop, and bend.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in quantity food production, especially in a healthcare or senior living setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for residents, visitors, and staff in a timely manner.
• Follow dietician-approved menus while accommodating individual resident dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, dining areas, and food storage spaces.
• Store, label, and organize food according to food safety guidelines.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Set up and clear dining areas before and after meals.
• Safely operate kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and professional conduct standards.
• Maintain resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Use carts when transporting food and supplies.
• Wear appropriate protective equipment when handling knives, sharp objects, and hot surfaces, and wear skid-resistant supportive footwear.
• Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation.
• Participate in company drug testing procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive paid time off plan
• Daily access to wages
• Complimentary meals while working
• Tuition assistance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Competitive pay
• Annual wage increases based on performance
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Flexible scheduling options
• Recognition and appreciation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED