Cook

Cooper River Post Acute; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

401(k) with match

Day shift

Job summary

Reedy River Post Acute in Greenville, SC is hiring a dependable Cook for the full-time dietary team. You will prepare nutritious meals for residents, while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen and adhering to dietary needs and personal preferences.

Join a facility that values staff with appreciation and offers a supportive culture. The role features day shifts, community benefits, and opportunities for CNA training within our network.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking or food service experience, preferably in a healthcare, rehabilitation, or long-term care setting.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and therapeutic diets
• Compassion for the geriatric population
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dietary Manager with meal preparation and food production
• Prepare and serve meals following approved menus and recipes
• Ensure meals are prepared according to physician-ordered dietary restrictions and special diets
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion sizes
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen and dining areas
• Follow all food safety, infection control, and sanitation guidelines
• Store food and supplies properly and safely
• Assist with meal service and tray preparation as needed
• Wash dishes and clean kitchen equipment as assigned
• Help ensure residents receive meals that meet their nutritional needs
• Work collaboratively with dietary staff and other departments to provide excellent resident care

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Independence

Job description

Cook - Full-Time

$15-$16/hour

Greenville, SC | Day Shift

About Us

At Reedy River Post Acute, we believe in pouring appreciation into our staff members so they can pour themselves into our residents. We are a 124-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Greenville, SC. Our Administrator is dedicated to creating a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and appreciated. We strive to be more than a workplace. We want to be the place you call your second home.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay: $15-$16/hr
• Day shift schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO and 401(k) with company match
• PRN opportunities within our network
• Employee appreciation events throughout the year
• Career advancement opportunities throughout South Carolina
• Opportunity to attend our CNA training program if you're interested in advancing your healthcare career
• A culture rooted in treating employees with value and respect

Position Summary

We are seeking a dependable and compassionate Cook to join our dietary team. In this role, you will help prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for our residents while maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment. You will play an important part in ensuring residents receive meals that meet both their dietary needs and personal preferences.

Your Day-to-Day

• Assist the Dietary Manager with meal preparation and food production
• Prepare and serve meals following approved menus and recipes
• Ensure meals are prepared according to physician-ordered dietary restrictions and special diets
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion sizes
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen and dining areas
• Follow all food safety, infection control, and sanitation guidelines
• Store food and supplies properly and safely
• Assist with meal service and tray preparation as needed
• Wash dishes and clean kitchen equipment as assigned
• Help ensure residents receive meals that meet their nutritional needs
• Work collaboratively with dietary staff and other departments to provide excellent resident care

Qualifications

Preferred Candidates Will Have:

• Reliable transportation
• At least 18 years of age
• Previous cooking or food service experience, preferably in a healthcare, rehabilitation, or long-term care setting
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and therapeutic diets
• Compassion for the geriatric population
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Friendly and dependable
• Takes pride in preparing quality meals
• Understands the importance of food safety and sanitation
• Enjoys serving others and making a difference
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude
• Committed to providing excellent service to residents

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.