Dietary Cook

Job Description: Dietary Cooks are valuable members of our health care team who prepare food in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, the facility’s established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Director of Food Service and/or Assistant Director of Food Service, to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.

About us

Vermillion Convalescent Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Clinton, Indiana. Vermillion Convalescent Center is seeking compassionate Dietary Cooks to become a part of our team where our primary goal is to provide exceptional care to our residents.

About the Role

Vermillion Convalescent Center is seeking Dietary Cooks to- 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. Assist in inventorying and storing incoming foods, supplies, and equipment.

About you

The ideal candidate would have the following skills and experience: 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. Must be 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.

Benefits

Vermillion Convalescent Center offers- Health Insurance through United Healthcare Dental Insurance through HRI Dental Vision Insurance through Eye. Med Supplemental Insurance: Critical Illness Accident Disability Coverage Hospital Indemnity Life Insurance through Cincinnati Life: Builds cash value 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 If you are ready to join the Vermillion Convalescent Center Team, apply online today!

Vermillion Convalescent Center is an equal opportunity employer and gives employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class as defined by local, state, or federal law.