Dietary Aide / Cook

Facility: Sun Harbor
Location: Port Charlotte, Florida
Position Type: Part-Time - Mornings, Evenings, Weekends
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour

Job Summary

Sun Harbor is seeking a reliable and compassionate Dietary Aide/Cook to support our food service department. This role is essential in ensuring residents receive nutritious, well-prepared meals in a safe, sanitary, and respectful environment. Flexibility is key, as duties may vary based on daily operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Report to work on time, in proper uniform, and ready for duty

• Handle food, equipment, and utensils in accordance with sanitation and safety policies

• Operate kitchen equipment safely and in compliance with regulations

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and special diet orders

• Prepare food for therapeutic and special diets as directed

• Deliver food carts, trays, and meals to resident rooms and dining areas

• Serve meals in dining rooms in a courteous and timely manner

• Prepare and distribute snacks, including bedtime snacks

• Ensure proper portion control and food presentation

• Inspect special diet trays to ensure accuracy before service

• Make only authorized food substitutions

• Prepare substitute foods for residents who refuse scheduled meals

• Assist with food preparation for special events and meals

• Coordinate food service activities with nursing and other departments

• Process diet changes and new diet orders from Nursing Services

• Assist in establishing and maintaining efficient food service production lines

• Maintain menus and required documentation in accordance with policies

• Complete necessary reports, forms, and administrative requirements

• Perform routine and scheduled cleaning duties of kitchen and dining areas

• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety of work areas at all times

• Adhere strictly to HIPAA regulations

• Report discrepancies or concerns to the Food Services Director

• Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of the Cook when assigned

• Perform related duties as assigned by the Food Services Director

Candidate Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances require

• Strong attention to sanitation, safety, and organization

• Ability to properly care for supplies, equipment, and work areas

• Willingness to learn new methods and incorporate them into food service practices

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

• Flexible and dependable

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year preferred

• Nursing Home Experience: Preferred, but not required

• Critical Skills: Flexibility, attention to detail, teamwork

Join our team and help make a difference every day—apply today!