Cook

Robinwood Retirement Community; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Pay-on-demand access to earned wages

Benefit stipend for Health, Dental, V$

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Robinwood Retirement Community in Charleston operates a scratch-based kitchen delivering lunch and dinner to residents with high-quality, visually appealing plates. The cook role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and positive resident interactions in a warm dining environment.

You will prepare a variety of entrées and sides, maintain station cleanliness, and collaborate with team members to ensure timely service and guest satisfaction during meal hours.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work a consistent Thursday-Monday schedule before lunch through dinner and AM shift as needed.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred.
• Able to secure food handler permits within two weeks of first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes using broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and assist teammates during service hours.
• Complete opening and closing tasks for each shift and help with daily prep.
• Keep stations stocked, monitor refrigeration, and refresh pantry items.
• Record temperatures and ensure sanitary kitchen environment for safety and satisfaction.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking experience

English proficiency

Shift flexibility

Food handler permits readiness

Job description

About The Role

As a Cook, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional lunch and dinner experiences in our scratch-based kitchen. You'll safely and efficiently prepare a variety of entrées and sides, ensuring each plate is high-quality, visually appealing, and portioned to resident preferences. Just as important, you'll build positive relationships with residents, guests, and team members to create a warm and welcoming dining environment.

What We're Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work a consistent schedule of Thursday-Monday before lunch through dinner and willing to work the AM shift as needed.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferred.
• Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, and ensuring every plate looks appealing.
• Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings, staying open to feedback, and maintaining attentive coverage of the service line during meal hours.
• Complete all assigned opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end-of-day shutdown, while supporting teammates with shared duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Keep stations fully stocked and well organized by maintaining adequate food supplies, refreshing pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitoring refrigeration as needed.
• Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking and recording food, refrigeration, and dish-machine temperatures to support safety and satisfaction.

Benefits For Full-Time Employees

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Access your pay anytime
• $341 benefit stipend per pay period to apply toward:
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA, FSA, LSA
  • Accident & Hospital Indemnity
  • Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with employer match

Why RLC?

• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment
• A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day

Ready to Cook with Heart?

Bring your servant heart to a place that feels like family.