Dietary Cook

At Solaris HealthCare Lake Zephyr, located at 38250 A Ave, Zephyrhills, FL We understand that a significant change in health can be challenging. That's why our mission is to provide top-quality care that helps our residents move forward and resume their normal way of life.

We believe that who we are and what we stand for is evident in our name. At Solaris HealthCare Lake Zephyr, we strive to care for each resident like family, recognizing that compassionate, personalized care can achieve limitless possibilities. By joining our team, you will be part of a dedicated group of professionals committed to supporting and uplifting our residents, ensuring they receive the best possible care to lead fulfilling lives.

Join us and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day

Proud Partner of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers – join the spirited KARE KREWE of Lake Zephyr:

You'll love being part of our team—and you may also qualify for these amazing benefits:

Affordable Health, Dental Vision Insurance (family options included)

Daily Pay -get paid when YOU want

401k with Company Match -plan of your future

Generous PTO, Holidays Sick Time -we value work life balance

Tuition Reimbursement -invest in your growth

Life Insurance Disability Coverage -peace of mind for you your family

Uniforms Provided Perks Programs -we've got your covered

Wonderschool Concierge Services -childcare made simple

Shift Differentials up to $3 an hour depending on location, position shift

Join a team that invests in YOU - your health, future your success

Purpose of Your Job Position

The primary purpose of your job position is to prepare and serves nourishing and attractive meals and other foods as required to support the menu specific to diet orders and other center events, in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and Solaris HealthCare's established policies and procedures.

Job Functions

• General Responsibilities
• Residents Rights
• Safety
• Staff Development
• Food Preparation/Production Responsibilities
• Reviews menus, production and prep guides to determine type and quantities of food to be prepared.'
• Prepares all meal items according to planned menus and standardized recipes in a sanitary manner to ensure the utmost in quality with a minimum of waste.
• Uses nutritionally equivalent substitutes when required.
• Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blender, mixer, fryer, slicer, steamer, food processor, convection oven, stove, conventional oven, steam table and tilt skillet.
• Operates a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment, such as blender, mixer, fryer, slicer, steamer, food processor, convection oven, stove, conventional oven, steam table and tilt skillet.
• Wash, peel, cut, and shreds vegetables and fruits to prepare for use.
• Tests and observes food by tasting for palatability.
• Slices portions of meat for individual servings.
• Follows recipes.
• Add gravies, sauces, and garnishes as required.
• Prepares and assists with special function meals.
• Completes work assignments.

Meal Service Responsibilities

• Food Safety

Administrative Responsibilities

• Special Activities/Attributes

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Ability to read and write, required.

Experience

• One to two years as cook in a large scale cooking operation, preferred.