Cook - Quick Hire!
Posted on October 24, 2025
Encompass Health is a nationally recognized leader in inpatient rehabilitation services, dedicated to providing exceptional post-acute care across over 150 locations nationwide. Established as a trusted healthcare provider, Encompass Health has earned numerous prestigious awards, including being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award. With a focus on compassionate treatment and innovative care, Encompass Health embodies a culture of empathy, respect, and teamwork. The organization prioritizes diversity and inclusivity, fostering a supportive environment where all employees feel valued and empowered to contribute their best work. Joining Encompass Health means being part of a large community of over 36,000 dedicated professionals committed to making a meaningful impact in patients' lives through rehabilitation and therapeutic care.
This job opportunity as a Cook at Encompass Health offers a unique career path for culinary professionals passionate about preparing therapeutic and modified diets for patients. This role is more than just cooking; it plays a vital part in the recovery and well-being of patients by ensuring food is prepared to meet specific dietary needs while maintaining taste, texture, and presentation. As a Cook here, you will work closely with a team dedicated to patient-centered care, contributing your culinary skills to support healing and nutrition. You will be responsible for preparing various meals according to prescribed menus and recipes, serving appropriate portion sizes, and managing food preparation timing to guarantee meal satisfaction.
Encompass Health values your culinary expertise and offers a career that blends your passion for cooking with a sense of purpose, coming to work knowing you play an important role in someone’s health journey. This position accommodates flexible schedules, including weekdays, weekends, evenings, or night shifts, to ensure patient needs are met promptly and efficiently. From day one, you benefit from comprehensive perks such as affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, generous paid time off that grows with your tenure, opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuing education, and participation in company-matching 401(k) plans as well as employee stock purchase programs. The environment fosters professional growth and a vibrant workplace culture where your contributions are recognized and celebrated.
At Encompass Health, the Cook role is perfect for those with a food handler’s permit and training in therapeutic diets, who thrive in a fast-paced setting that demands attention to detail and adherence to HACCP and food safety standards. If you aim to evolve as a skilled culinary professional in a healthcare setting, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career close to home and heart. Join Encompass Health and become part of a compassionate team where your cooking skills create a lasting impact on patients’ recovery and quality of life.
- Food handler's permit if required
- Training in therapeutic diet food preparation
- Experience in institutional cooking or special function cooking
- Knowledge of H.A.C.C.P. and food safety guidelines
- Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and nights