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HQ Home Care-Certified

Home Health Aide- FT

Poughkeepsie, NY · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Health Quest Home Care - Home Health Aide: Sign on Bonus Salary Range: $19.50-$25.65 ... kitchen conditions to prevent food-borne illnesses. * Assists the patient with medication prompts ...

HQ Home Care-Certified

Home Health Aide- FT

Poughkeepsie, NY · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Health Quest Home Care - Home Health Aide: Sign on Bonus Salary Range: $19.50-$25.65 ... kitchen conditions to prevent food-borne illnesses. * Assists the patient with medication prompts ...

Parkhouse Nursing and Rehab Center

Cook

Pottstown, PA · On-site

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

NOW HIRING A COMPASSIONATE COOK FOR OUR NURSING HOME KITCHEN Make a difference with every meal. We ... Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred If you are a driven and dedicated Cook with a ...

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How much do care home kitchen jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for care home kitchen in the United States is $15.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $16.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Care Home Kitchen vs Care Home Cook?

AspectCare Home KitchenCare Home Cook
ResponsibilitiesOversees food preparation, menu planning, and kitchen managementPrepares and cooks meals according to menu and dietary needs
CredentialsFood safety certification, catering or culinary trainingBasic food hygiene certification, culinary skills
Work EnvironmentKitchen management within care home facilitiesCooking in care home kitchens, often under supervision
UsageUsed for roles involving kitchen oversight and managementUsed for roles focused on meal preparation and cooking

The main difference is that a Care Home Kitchen typically refers to a role involving kitchen management and oversight, while a Care Home Cook focuses on preparing meals. Both roles require food safety certifications and work within the care home environment, but their responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What qualifications do you need to cook in a care home kitchen?

Care home kitchen cooks typically need relevant food safety and hygiene certifications, such as a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. Experience in food preparation and knowledge of dietary requirements for vulnerable populations are also important. Some positions may require basic cooking skills and the ability to follow specific menus and health regulations.

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Infographic showing various Care Home Kitchen job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,047 per year, or $15.4 per hour.

Home Health Aide- FT

Poughkeepsie, NY • On-site

HQ Home Care-Certified
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$14.25 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Health Quest Home Care - Home Health Aide:
Sign on Bonus
Salary Range: $19.50-$25.65
Responsibilities:
  • Assists the patient with personal care activities including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding and dressing..
  •  Assists the client with exercises, ambulation, and transfer activities. This includes knowledge in use of assistive devices such as canes, walkers, crutches, and lifts. 
  • Independently assists the patient with meal preparation/cooking and/or feeding.
  • Must have working knowledge of special diets, diet restrictions, and techniques to maintain sanitary kitchen conditions to prevent food-borne illnesses. 
  • Assists the patient with medication prompts to remind the patient to self-administer his/her medications. 
  • Identifies changes in patient condition that require notification to the patient’s registered case manager.
  • Takes vital signs to include temperature, pulse, heart rate, respiratory rate. 
Required:
  • Active NYS, Home Health Aide Certification. Drivers License. 
Benefits:
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Mileage Reimbursement 
  • Self-Autonomy 
  • Generous PTO provided 
  • Healthcare, Dental, 401k, etc. 
 Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Significant manual skills / motor coord & finger dexterity
* Significant occupational risk
* Significant exposure to dirt, odor, noise, human waste, etc.
EOE, including disability/vets.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.

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