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Dietary Cook

Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
La Jara, CO Part Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/23/2026
Join Our Team as a Dietary Cook

Location: Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Address: 39 Calle Miller, La Jara, CO 81140

Phone: (719) 274-3311

Shifts Available: Full-Time and Part-Time shifts available!

Competitive Pay Benefits!

At Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, we’re looking for dependable and experienced Dietary Cooks to join our team and help provide nutritious, well-prepared meals to our residents. If you have a passion for cooking and want to make a difference in the lives of seniors in a skilled nursing facility, we want to hear from you!

Why Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?

Competitive pay with daily pay options

Bonuses for employee referrals – Help grow our team and get rewarded

Career advancement opportunities in culinary services and healthcare support

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, PTO, and employer-sponsored life insurance

Tuition reimbursement for continued education in culinary arts or healthcare fields

Be part of a supportive team in a long-term care environment that truly values its staff

Your Role:

Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and dietary requirements

Ensure meals are prepared safely, timely, and with attention to taste and presentation

Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow all sanitation and infection control standards

Collaborate with dietary staff to meet residents’ preferences and special diets

Accurately follow recipes, portion guidelines, and dietary restrictions

Monitor food temperatures and document according to regulatory standards

Assist with inventory, food storage, and receiving deliveries

Perform additional duties as assigned in support of dietary operations

Who We’re Looking For:

Prior cooking experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or institutional setting preferred

Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and special dietary needs

Reliable, organized, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

A caring and respectful team player committed to quality service

Reliable transportation and punctual attendance are required

Ready for a Rewarding Career?

At Rio Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, your culinary skills will directly support the health and well-being of our residents. We offer competitive wages based on experience and the chance to grow in a caring and professional environment.

Apply Today!

Visit us at 39 Calle Miller, La Jara, CO 81140

Or call (719) 274-3311

We look forward to welcoming you to the Rio Grande team!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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