Cook, Therapeutic and Modified Diets

Job overview

The Cook, Therapeutic and Modified Diets role is onsite in Austin, TX. Compensation is not specified. The position supports patients at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Round Rock, part of a national inpatient rehabilitation provider. The cook prepares and portions food according to menus, recipes, orders, and diet requirements. Careful timing and attention to taste, texture, temperature, and appearance help meet patient meal specifications and satisfaction.

What you'll do

• Apportion servings according to menu combinations or patient orders
• follow menus, recipes, and oral instructions
• serve portions according to menu specifications
• plan preparation timing
• ensure food meets expectations for taste, texture, temperature, and appearance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cook

therapeutic diets

modified diets

patient meals

food preparation

portioning

food safety

haccp

austin tx

encompass health

rehabilitation hospital

onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• paid time off
• tuition reimbursement and continuing education
• company-matching 401(k)
• employee stock purchase plans
• flexible spending and health savings accounts.

Why this role

Training in food preparation for therapeutic diets and familiarity with HACCP and food-safety guidelines are listed qualifications; a food handler's permit may be required by local regulations.

About the employer

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Round Rock is hiring for this role. Industry: Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals. Sector: 62.