Dietetic Cook

About the job

Dietetic Cook

Dietetic Cook at 100%

Key information about the position:

Reference: CLS/RH/2026.781 / Contract type: Fixed-term contract from February to December 2027 at 100% / Hours: according to schedule from Monday to Sunday mainly from 9:00 to 18:00 (flexibility required for continuous hours as early as 6:00 and as late as 21:00) / Start date: as soon as we find the right person, ideally on 1 February 2027 / Location: in the heart of Lausanne (M2 stop "Riponne" or Bus 2, 3 or 21 stop "Beaulieu-Jomini")

Why do we need you?

For a replacement of a few months, we are looking for a Dietetic Cook ready to join our team. On a daily basis, you will prepare dishes adapted to the different diets of our patients while participating in production at various kitchen stations.

What will you be expected to do?

• Develop dishes and menus adapted to different diets, in collaboration with dietitians
• Prepare "à la carte" orders for patients and dishes for various events organised at the Clinic as well as for the staff restaurant
• Plate patients’ meals on the meal tray line, ensuring quality and presentation
• Control and update diet menus in the meal ordering system
• Contribute to the training of apprentices
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and quality standards, including HACCP, as well as cold and hot chain management

Who will you be working with?

What do we expect from you?

Essentials:

• Completed cook apprenticeship certificate (CFC) supplemented by a CFC or Federal Diploma in dietetic cooking or equivalent training
• Good knowledge of different dietary regimes and ability to meet their specific requirements
• Mastery of culinary techniques and ability to produce quality dishes in quantity
• Mastery of food hygiene standards, including HACCP, and strict adherence to cold and hot chain management
• Autonomous, organised, precise and able to manage stress
• Team spirit and ease in collaborating with dietitians and the entire brigade
• Flexibility and availability to work weekends and public holidays

Your assets:

• Knowledge of LogiMen software
• Experience in creating and developing diet menus
• Creativity and sense of presentation
• Interest in knowledge transfer, especially to apprentices and colleagues

Why choose La Source Clinic?

• Join the largest private clinic in the canton of Vaud and work in a dynamic environment recognised for its expertise and know-how
• A varied and customisable cuisine as well as attentive service for our patients and visitors
• Enjoy a human-scale working environment while benefiting from the richness and diversity of activities of a forward-looking health institution
• Benefit from attractive employment conditions and advantageous social benefits (welcome and integration, LaMal participation, advantageous LPP, discounts, etc.)
• Balance professional and private life, thanks to possibilities of teleworking, part-time work, up to more than 7 weeks of holiday, unpaid leave, compensated public holidays and recognition of shift time
• Share values that reflect us: a Unique, Respectful, Innovative and Responsible clinic

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What are the next steps?

• Do you still have questions about the position? Feel free to contact Mr Thomas Neeser, Executive Chef, at 021 641 34 00.
• Do you identify with this offer? Sabine Sadowski, HR Recruitment Specialist, looks forward to receiving your complete application (cover letter, CV, certificates and diplomas)
• The position does not suit you but you are interested in another opportunity at the Clinic? Click Apply to register on our platform to receive our upcoming offers by email.

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