Dietary Cook

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Step into a role where your culinary expertise makes a daily difference in our residents’ lives. This is a great opportunity to showcase your cooking talents while enhancing the quality of life and wellness of our residents in a warm, hospitality-focused community.

Your Role as the Dietary Cook

• 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 of the kitchen, dining areas, and food storage spaces
• 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
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and professional conduct standards
• Maintain resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Grade school education required
• Previous experience in quantity food production preferred, especially in a healthcare or senior living setting

Skills & Abilities

• 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

Physical Demands

• Stand, sit, walk, and change positions frequently
• Lift or carry up to 25 lbs.; push and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Use hands and arms to reach, balance, kneel, stoop, and bend

Safety Requirements

• Use carts when transporting food and supplies
• Wear appropriate protective equipment when handling knives, sharp objects, and hot surfaces
• Wear skid-resistant, supportive footwear to prevent slips and falls
• Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
• Participate in company drug testing procedures

About the Community

Park View Meadows by Americare Senior Living Community is located in Murfreesboro, TN. Shifts available include 1st shift. Employment type is part-time. Pay range is $15 to $15.47 hourly.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Join the Talent Network

We understand that timing matters. Our Talent Network offers a simple way to stay connected, receive updates on dietary, culinary, and support opportunities, and explore what's next — with no pressure to apply. Join our Talent Network through our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/americareseniorliving/about/

What We Offer

• Recognition and Appreciation
• Family Atmosphere
• Paid Time Off
• Daily Access to Wages
• Complimentary Meals
• Tuition Assistance
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Earn More: Your hard work is rewarded with competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance
• 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions

Take the Next Step

Make a difference today! Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors every day.