Dietary Cook
Community: The Etheridge House by Americare Senior Living
Community Type: Assisted Living and Memory Care
Location: Union City, TN
Shifts Available: Days and evenings
Employment Type: Full or part time
Pay: $13.50 to $14 hourly
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 culinary talents while enhancing the quality of life and wellness of our residents.
About the Role
The Dietary Cook is responsible for preparing and serving meals in accordance with dietician-approved menus, resident dietary needs, and applicable health and safety regulations. This role supports a welcoming, home-like dining environment while upholding Americare’s standards and values.
This role may also be known as Dietary Cook, Cook, Food Service Cook, or Kitchen Cook.
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 & 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
- 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
Why Join Americare?
- Impactful Work: Make a difference every day, receive plenty of hugs, and be the one to put a smile on the faces of our residents.
- Supportive Community: Be part of a compassionate team that truly values teamwork and respect.
- Career Growth: Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, we offer exciting opportunities for you to advance both professionally and personally.
- Fun and Engaging Environment: Work hard and have fun in an inclusive environment where you'll create lasting friendships and experience unforgettable memories.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that fit your life.
Benefits
- Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition.
- Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy a competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax.
- Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it.
- Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work.
- Tuition Assistance: Support for your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term Disability, and more.
- Earn More: Competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
- 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions.