PRN Cook/Dietary Aide

Westpark Springs - Richmond, TX

Full-time

Richmond, TX

Hospitals

About the position

The PRN Cook/Dietary Aide position at Westpark Springs, part of Lifepoint Behavioral Health, focuses on providing high-quality dietary services in a compassionate behavioral health environment. The role is essential in supporting the mission of Changing People's Lives® by preparing and serving nutritious meals while maintaining a positive and welcoming atmosphere for patients and staff. This position offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for career growth within a collaborative team dedicated to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Dietary Manager and Registered Dietician for menus and patient-specific needs.
• Maintain accurate HACCP programs and check food temperatures from delivery through consumption.
• Ensure department practices sanitation and food safety guidelines for appropriate food handling procedures, including the use of service utensils and gloves.
• Interact with patients and staff in the serving line, offering assistance with nutritionally balanced meals and serving as a role model for customer service.
• Prepare snacks and nourishments according to resident food preferences and physician orders.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or combination of education and relevant work experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.
• Food Safety/Sanitation certification preferred.
• Previous experience in food service required.
• Hospital experience preferred.

Benefits

• Working with a highly engaged staff
• Healthy staffing levels
• Flexible scheduling
• Career growth
• Competitive compensation