Dietary Cook – Part-Time

Part-Time | Sumter Health & Rehabilitation | York, AL

Join Our Dietary Team

Sumter Health & Rehabilitation is seeking a dependable and experienced Part-Time Dietary Cook to join our team. Our Dietary Cooks play an important role in resident care by preparing nutritious, appetizing meals while helping create a positive dining experience for those we serve. If you enjoy cooking, take pride in your work, and are looking for a rewarding part-time position in York, Alabama, we'd love to meet you.

Dietary Cook Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.
• Prepare meals for residents with regular, modified, and therapeutic diets.
• Follow resident diet orders, food allergies, and dietary restrictions accurately.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served at appropriate temperatures.
• Assist with meal preparation, plating, and food service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and food preparation area.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, infection prevention, and proper food-handling procedures.
• Properly store, label, and rotate food and supplies.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and properly.
• Assist with cleaning dishes, equipment, and work areas as needed.
• Work collaboratively with dietary, nursing, and other departments to meet resident needs.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience preferred.
• Healthcare, skilled nursing, long-term care, restaurant, institutional, or commercial kitchen experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and food safety practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, diet instructions, and portion guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to providing excellent service to residents.

Why Join Sumter?

• Competitive Pay
• Part-Time Schedule
• Supportive Leadership and Team Environment
• Opportunity to Make a Meaningful Difference
• Stable Healthcare Work Environment

At Sumter Health & Rehabilitation, meals are more than part of the daily routine—they're an important part of our residents' health, comfort, and quality of life. As a Part-Time Dietary Cook, your skills and attention to detail will help us provide an enjoyable dining experience every day.

Apply today and join the Dietary Services team at Sumter Health & Rehabilitation!

Sumter Health & Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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