Dietary Cook

About the role

Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation is seeking Dietary Cooks to prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus and established portion control procedures. They are responsible for ensuring the department and all food storage areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner, and that necessary equipment and supplies are properly maintained and arranged. Dietary Cooks also review and process diet changes and new diets as received from nursing services and coordinate dietary services with other departments as necessary. They assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods, supplies, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food and meals in accordance with planned menus and established portion control procedures.
• Ensure that the department and all food storage areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner and that necessary equipment and supplies are properly maintained and arranged.
• Review and process diet changes and new diets as received from nursing services and coordinate dietary services with other departments as necessary.
• Review menus prior to preparation of food and inspect all trays to ensure completion and accuracy of menu and diet preferences.
• Aid in inventorying and storing incoming foods, supplies, and equipment.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have some training and experience in food preparation, cooking, estimating quantities of food needed, and in principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment. Desirable qualities include being knowledgeable of the proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization and yield of meats and other foods. Completion of elementary education or otherwise show ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions is also required.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and must be able to pass a background check and drug test. Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Desired skills include knowledge of food preparation, cooking, and sanitation, as well as the ability to follow oral and written directions.

Benefits

• Health Insurance through United Healthcare
• Dental Insurance through HRI Dental
• Vision Insurance through EyeMed
• Supplemental Insurance: Critical Illness, Accident, Disability Coverage, Hospital Indemnity, Life Insurance through Cincinnati Life
• Employee-owned policy
• Family coverage, including grandchildren
• Paid Vacation
• Attendance Bonuses
• Weekend Bonuses
• Holiday Pay – starts immediately with no waiting period
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Pay

Salary range: $18 - $20 per hour

Schedule

Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays