Dietary Cook (Part-time)
Liberty Health Care Center – Liberty, TX
On-site | Immediate Interviews | Supportive Team
Bring comfort to the table. We’re hiring a Dietary Cook to prepare tasty, safe, and diet-appropriate meals for our residents. You’ll follow menus and recipes, support special diets, and help keep our kitchen running smoothly.
What You’ll Do
Prepare and cook hot/cold menu items using standardized recipes; taste-test and adjust for quality; time production to meet scheduled meal service (manage late trays/nourishments).
Trayline & service: portion and plate per diet cards (textures, allergies, preferences); deliver carts and provide dining-room service as needed; verify tray accuracy.
Diet orders: process new diet orders/changes and update tray cards when required; record approved menu substitutions; garnish appropriately and use leftovers safely per policy.
Maintain sanitation & safety (HACCP): temperature logs, labeling/date-marking, FIFO, safe equipment use, and rotating deep cleans; report hazards/defective equipment promptly.
Receiving & storage: date/label and store deliveries; keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant.
Follow infection-control procedures; report infectious/communicable illness to the CDM per policy; attend required meetings/in-services and uphold all policies, HIPAA, and professional standards.
What You Bring
High school diploma/GED preferred
Ability to read/follow recipes, diet cards, and production sheets; basic knowledge of modified diets (purée, mechanical soft, thickened liquids)
Safe knife/equipment skills; able to work around heat/cold and wet floors using PPE
Stand/walk most of the shift; lift 20–25 lbs frequently (up to 50–60 lbs occasionally)
Team-first mindset and professional communication with residents and staff
Food Handler/Sanitation certification as required by Texas/local regulations (or willingness to obtain)
Meets all health/employment requirements (background, drug screen, TB/clearances); maintains HIPAA confidentiality
Schedule & Status
Part-Time | 8-hour shifts | In person (Liberty, TX)
Weekend/holiday availability may be required
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Friendly, professional team with on-the-spot interviews for qualified candidates
Growth and advancement opportunities within Dietary and across the center
Competitive pay; benefits eligibility varies by status (medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, life insurance, tuition support)
Apply Today
Send your resume and shift availability to join Liberty Health Care Center.
Equal Opportunity Employer. This summary is not exhaustive; duties may be adjusted to meet resident and operational needs.
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