Role as the Dietary CookAmericare Senior Living is seeking a dependable and service-minded Dietary Cook to prepare nutritious home-style meals that support the health comfort and enjoyment of our this role youll play a key part in creating a positive dining experience while maintaining high standards of food quality sanitation and safety.
Summary
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 Americares standards and values.
This role may also be known as:
Dietary Cook Cook Food Service Cook or Kitchen Cook.
What Youll 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
What You Bring
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
- 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
Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful difference by providing nutritious meals and warm hospitality to those we serve every day.
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.
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Who We Are
At Americare our RISING Team Values guide everything we do:
Respect Integrity Servant Heart Inspire Nurture Growth
We are proud to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors every single day. Americare communities are more than just workplacesthey are family where excellence thrives people are empowered and fun is part of the culture.
Weve been consistently certified as a Great Place to Work ranked on Fortunes Best Workplaces in Aging Services and named one of the 2025 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report.
Why Join Americare
- Impactful Work: You can 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: You can be part of a compassionate team that truly values teamwork and respect.
- Career Growth: Whether youre 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 youll create lasting friendships and experience unforgettable memories.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that fit your life.
What we offer:
- 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: We support your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams!
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health Dental Vision Life Insurance Short- and long-term disability and so much more...
- 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 in your career at Americare Senior Living and make a difference today!
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