Dietary Cook
About The Position
Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable, service-minded Dietary Cook to prepare and serve nutritious, home-style meals that support residents’ health, comfort, and enjoyment. The cook helps create a positive, welcoming dining experience while maintaining high standards for food quality, sanitation, and safety. The role prepares meals according to dietician-approved menus, residents’ dietary needs, and applicable health and safety regulations. It also supports a home-like dining environment and upholds Americare’s standards and values. The position is at Jefferson Gardens Community, an assisted living and memory care community in Clinton, Missouri, with evening shifts available. This role may also be 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.
- Able to stand, sit, walk, and change positions frequently.
- Able to lift or carry up to 25 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Able to use hands and arms to 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 kitchen, dining, and food storage areas.
- Store, label, and organize food safely in accordance with 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 pay with annual increases.
- Daily pay access.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Tuition assistance and career growth opportunities.
- Free meals during shifts.
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
- Flexible scheduling options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
