Culinary Specialist (Dietary Cook) Join Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at South Hills, a Group of Skilled Nursing Facilities in PA, as we strive to deliver exceptional care and services to our residents
Living Forward. Together.
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Culinary Specialist (Dietary Cook) to join our Dietary Services team at Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at South Hills. As a Dietary Cook, you will play a vital role in preparing and serving nutritious, high-quality meals to our residents, ensuring their health, well-being, and satisfaction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare meals according to standardized recipes, menus, and therapeutic diet requirements
Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and served in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards
Review daily menus, production sheets, and diet orders before meal preparation
Prepare modified texture diets, special diets, and portion-controlled meals as directed
Assist with meal service to residents in a courteous and respectful manner
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous experience in institutional food service, healthcare, or long-term care preferred
Knowledge of therapeutic diets and modified food textures is preferred
Food Handler's Permit or ServSafe Certification preferred or required according to state regulations
Ability to read recipes, production sheets, and diet cards
Ability to safely operate commercial kitchen equipment
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
Bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions
Work in hot, cold, wet, and fast-paced kitchen environments
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts as scheduled
Working Conditions:
The Dietary Cook works in a commercial kitchen within a long-term care facility
The position requires exposure to heat, steam, cleaning chemicals, refrigerated storage areas, and frequent interaction with residents, staff, and visitors
Performance Expectations: Prepare meals accurately and on schedule
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment
Follow all dietary orders and physician-prescribed meal plans
Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and respect for residents
Promote resident dignity, choice, and quality of life through exceptional food service
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at South Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
