Dietary Part-Time

Gunnison Valley Hospital • Gunnison, UT

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About The Position

The Hospital Dietary Cook prepares nutritious, appealing meals for patients at a critical access hospital, supporting their health, comfort, and recovery. The role works with healthcare staff to accommodate patient-specific dietary requirements and helps maintain safe, clean food preparation areas. The position requires a Food Handlers Permit. Physical demands include frequent carrying, climbing, listening, lifting, reaching, manipulating objects, tools, or equipment, pushing and pulling, seeing, speaking, squatting or kneeling, standing, and walking. Heavy physical exertion is required, including continually moving materials weighing 10–20 pounds and moving materials weighing 25–50 pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination are required for over 90% of the work period. The job involves potential exposure to infectious hazards, occasional exposure to outside weather conditions, and a usually moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• Food Handlers Permit.
• Previous experience in food preparation, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines.
• Ability to follow recipes and food safety standards accurately.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, including the stated physical demands.

Nice To Haves

• Food service certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to dietary guidelines and patient-specific requirements.
• Prepare food safely and maintain proper hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Follow standardized recipes and portion controls to ensure consistency and quality.
• Assist with menu planning and inventory management to ensure adequate supplies.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff to accommodate special dietary needs and restrictions.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Follow hospital policies and procedures related to food safety and sanitation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed