# Dietary Cook at Americare Senior Living in Cameron,…

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# Dietary Cook

Americare Senior Living

## Job Description

Make a Difference Every Day in Senior Living

senior care

Who We Are

- Trusted senior living provider with 40+ years of experience

- Guided by our RISING values: Respect • Integrity • Servant Heart • Inspire • Nurture • Growth

- Known for Hometown Hospitality and small, family-like communities

- Recognized as a Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces in Aging Services

Why Join Americare

- Make a daily impact in resident care and quality of life

- Work in a supportive, team-focused environment

- Build meaningful relationships with residents and coworkers

- Join a culture focused on respect, compassion, and connection

- Flexible scheduling options to support your lifestyle

Benefits & Perks

- Competitive pay + annual increases

- Daily pay access (get paid when you need it)

- Paid time off (PTO)

- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

- 401(k) with company match

- Tuition assistance and career growth opportunities

- Free meals during shifts

- Employee recognition and appreciation programs

Start your career in senior living today and make a difference at Americare. Apply now.

Your Role as the Dietary Cook

Dietary Cook

Summary

This role may also be known as:

What You'll 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

Americare Senior Living

Equal Opportunity Employer

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