Dietary Cook

About the role

Step into a role where your culinary expertise makes a daily difference in our residents’ lives. This is a great opportunity to showcase your culinary talents while enhancing the quality of life and wellness of our residents. Americare is more than just a workplace—it’s a Senior Living Organization that offers a supportive and uplifting work environment that makes a difference in seniors’ lives daily. We’re certified as a Great Place to Work and named a top provider by U.S. News & World Report.

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 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

Requirements

• 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

• 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
• Safely operate kitchen appliances, tools, and equipment

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

Pay

$12.50 to $13