Dietary Aide Cook

Dietary Aide Cook- Livewell at Perry Creek Health & Rehabilitation.

At LiveWell, a Dietary Aide Cook supports the kitchen team in preparing, serving, and maintaining clean, safe, and nutritious meals for residents, ensuring each meal meets individual dietary needs and health standards

A Cook works closely with chefs, dietitians, and food service staff to deliver meals that are nutritious, appealing, and tailored to residents’ medical and dietary requirements. The role combines food preparation, service, and sanitation duties, with a strong focus on patient care and safety.

2 Shifts available: 5:00a to 1:00p and 1:00p to 8:00p

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiates meal trays by arranging, rearranging, and clearing all food service equipment, in accordance with operative policies and procedures; ensuring all items are properly stocked, replenished and in good repair.  

• Prepares menu items according to laws, regulations, and policies of the State; prepares all menu items according to established portion size or requirements; weighs and measures ingredients during preparation.  

• Prepares beverages, such as coffee, tea, or other appropriate beverage requests according to operational policy; cleans cups and utensils following preparation procedures.  

• Observes patient’s food service tray in accordance with policy and procedures; records specific observations on tray observation record; notifies supervisor of any food item that is not appealing or uneatable.  

• Prepares meals of special diets for patients based on diet orders as prescribed by a physician, registered dietitian or dietetic technician.  

• Prepares special diets as prescribed by a physician, registered dietitian or dietetic technician.  

•  Assists in the operation of all kitchen equipment, including, but not limited to cooking equipment, dish machine, prep machines, dispensing machines, and table mixer.

  Skills and Qualifications:

  • Core Skills: Food preparation, sanitation, customer service, teamwork, and attention to detail

  • Knowledge: Understanding of dietary guidelines, food safety regulations, and basic nutrition principles

  • Experience: Often requires prior food service or healthcare experience; some roles may require certification in food safety

  • Soft Skills: Compassion, reliability, adaptability, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment