Dietary Cook
Americare Senior Living · Lexington, TN · Yesterday
Management$14/hrInternship
What You’ll Do
- 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