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Island Lake Center

Dietary Cook

Longwood, FL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Dietary Cook Full time and Part time available The Dietary Cook prepares large volumes of food for patients/residents and staff. Prepare food that is nutritious and desirable so that patients ...

Excel Care Wilmington

Dietary Cook

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

Excelcare at Wilmington is seeking a reliable and passionate Dietary Cook to join our team in a skilled nursing facility. In this role, you will play an important part in enhancing our residents ...

Higher Call Nursing Center

Dietary Cook

Quapaw, OK · On-site

$14 - $15/hr

Dietary Cook Join the Higher Call Nursing Center Team! We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Dietary Cook to join our team at Higher Call Nursing Center in Quapaw, Oklahoma, USA. As a ...

The Birch at Sutherland

Dietary Cook

Sutherland, NE · On-site

$13.75 - $17.75/hr

) Adept Nursing & Rehab of Sutherland is now hiring Full-time Evening Dietary Cook! What we offer: * Daily Pay Option * 401k * Opportunities for Career Growth * Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision ...

Aventura at the Bay

Dietary Cook

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES OF Dietary Cook : * Assisting with meal and snack preparation * Working in the dish room as requested * Serving food and/or assisting residents * Maintaining the cleanliness and ...

Palmetto Subacute Care Center

Dietary Cook

Miami, FL

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

Dietary Cook Dietary Cook JOB SUMMARY: The primary purpose of the Dietary Cook position is to prepare food for the residents at the facility. Dietary Cook JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Wabasso Rehabilitation

Dietary Cook

Wabasso, MN · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

) Dietary Cook About Us: Nutritious meals are at the heart of great care! We are seeking a reliable and skilled Dietary Cook to join our team and help provide residents with delicious, well-prepared ...

Serenity Senior Care LLC

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Dietary Cook

Mobile, AL · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

️ NOW HIRING: FULL-TIME DIETARY COOK Serenity at Grace Haven Senior Community is seeking an experienced and dependable Full-Time Dietary Cook to join our team. The Dietary Cook will be responsible ...

Maplewood Health Care Center

Dietary Cook

Jackson, TN · On-site

$12 - $15.25/hr

Dietary Cook 12 PM to 8 PM | Jackson, Tennessee Join Maplewood Health Care Center - where compassion feels like family. Maplewood Health Care is seeking a compassionate, reliable Dietary Cook to join ...

ExcelCare At Dover

Dietary Cook

Dover, NJ · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Excelcare at Dover is seeking a reliable and passionate Dietary Cook to join our team in a skilled nursing facility. In this role, you will play an important part in enhancing our residents' daily ...

Wexford House (2)

Dietary Cook

Kingsport, TN · On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

Dietary Cook Full-Time | Kingsport, Tennessee Join Wexford House - where compassion feels like family. Wexford House is seeking a compassionate, reliable Dietary Cook to join our care team. If you're ...

Manchester Rehab & Healthcare

Dietary Cook

Ballwin, MO · On-site

$15 - $16.50/hr

Dietary Cook Duties, include but are not limited to: * Read menu, plan cooking schedule to have food ready for timely service. * Prepare food according to standardized recipes. * Wash, peel. cut ...

Olivia Restorative Therapy and Nursing

Dietary Cook

Olivia, MN · On-site

$13.50 - $17.25/hr

Dietary Cook About Us: Nutritious meals are at the heart of great care! We are seeking a reliable and skilled Dietary Cook to join our team and help provide residents with delicious, well-prepared ...

Glenbridge Health and Rehabilitation

Dietary Cook

Boone, NC · On-site

$12.50 - $16/hr

The Dietary Cook prepares nutritious meals for our residents while ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment. This role is vital in supporting the nutritional well-being and overall ...

Hudson Springs

Dietary Cook

Stow, OH · On-site

$17/hr

Dietary Cook Job Summary Join our dynamic team at Hudson Springs Nursing and Rehab, a premier short-term rehabilitation center, as a Dietary Cook! As a vital member of our culinary team, you will ...

Manchester Rehab & Healthcare

Dietary Cook

Ballwin, MO

$15 - $16.50/hr

Dietary Cook Duties, include but are not limited to: * Read menu, plan cooking schedule to have food ready for timely service. * Prepare food according to standardized recipes. * Wash, peel. cut ...

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How much do dietary cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for dietary cook in the United States is $15.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by a Dietary Cook, and how can they be managed effectively?

Dietary Cooks often face challenges such as accommodating various dietary restrictions, managing time efficiently during busy meal periods, and ensuring food safety standards are consistently met. Adapting recipes to meet individual nutritional needs while maintaining taste can require creativity and strong attention to detail. Success in this role often depends on strong communication with dietitians and other kitchen staff, staying organized, and keeping up-to-date with best practices in food preparation and sanitation.

What Is a Dietary Cook?

A dietary cook is a food preparation specialist who works at an institutional kitchen or cafeteria, such as at a school, hospital, medical center, or nursing facility. Your duties in this career are to cook food that meets the particular dietary needs of your clients. For example, at an elementary school, you need to cook food that provides children with the proper nutrition, while at a nursing home, you need to tailor your menu to meet the needs of the residents, taking into account specific medical issues, such as patients who have diabetes or heart disease.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Dietary Cook, and why are they important?

To succeed as a Dietary Cook, you need knowledge of nutrition, food safety, and meal preparation, often supported by a high school diploma and food handler certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, recipe management systems, and dietary guidelines is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork stand out as valuable soft skills. These competencies ensure safe, nutritious, and appealing meals that meet specific dietary needs and support overall facility operations.

What is the difference between Dietary Cook vs Food Service Worker?

AspectDietary CookFood Service Worker
CredentialsFood handler permits, culinary trainingBasic food safety training, no specialized culinary skills
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, senior living, hospitalsRestaurants, cafeterias, catering services
Job DutiesPreparing specialized diets, meal planning, cookingServing food, cleaning, customer service

Dietary Cooks focus on preparing meals that meet specific dietary needs in healthcare settings, requiring culinary skills and dietary knowledge. Food Service Workers handle general food service tasks like serving and cleaning, often in more casual environments. While both roles involve food handling, Dietary Cooks have more specialized responsibilities related to nutrition and meal preparation.

What are dietary cooks?

Dietary cooks are culinary professionals who prepare meals according to specific dietary needs, such as low-sodium, diabetic, or allergen-free diets, often in healthcare settings like hospitals, nursing homes, or assisted living facilities. Their responsibilities include following nutrition guidelines, managing food safety, and accommodating individual patient or resident requirements. They work closely with dietitians and other healthcare staff to ensure meals meet both nutritional standards and taste preferences.
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Dietary Cook

Henry County Health and Rehabilitation

Paris, TN

$11.25 - $14.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

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Dietary CookFull-Time | Paris, Tennessee


Join Henry County Health and Rehabilitation - where compassion feels like family.

Henry County Health and Rehab is seeking a compassionate, reliable Dietary Cook to join our care team. If you're looking for a rewarding role in a team-driven environment, we want to meet you!


Dietary Cook Position Summary

As a Dietary Cook at Henry County Health and Rehab, you'll be an essential part of our residents' care. Responsibilities include:

  • Ensure food procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

  • Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc. and submit to the Dietary Manager.

  • Assist in establishing food service production line to assure meals are prepared on time.

  • Prepare and serve meals, prepare bedtime snacks, and serve substitute meals and/or snacks as necessary.

  • Assist in daily cleaning duties and ensure stock levels of staple and non-staple food, supplies, and equipment are maintained at adequate levels.

  • Perform any other additional tasks as assigned by the Dietary Manager and/or VP of Nutritional Services.

  • Maintain confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written and electronic communications.


Dietary Cook Requirements

  • High School Diploma

  • 1 year of dietary or food service experience preferred

Full-Time Employee Benefits and Incentives

  • DailyPay – Get paid when YOU need it

  • PTO

  • Medical, Dental & Vision – Comprehensive Coverage

  • Free Life Insurance & 401(k) with company match

  • Supportive Team

  • Employee Recognition – We celebrate YOU!


Equal Opportunity Employer

Henry County Health and Rehabilitation does not discriminate based on race, creed, ethnic background, national origin, sex, or disability.