Cook

COOPERRIVERALF; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in Mount Pleasant, SC is seeking a part-time Cook to maintain kitchen hygiene and prepare meals. The ideal candidate will have experience in a healthcare setting, effective communication skills, and the ability to follow recipes. This role involves supervising staff and ensuring food safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility for at least one year.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, clean manner.
• Prepare meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Supervise in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to read technical procedures

Ability to apply mathematical concepts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, United States

(on-site)

Job Type: Part-Time

Min Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Required Travel: 0-10%

Salary - Type: Hourly Wage

Job Function: Customer Service & Support

Description

Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean, and sanitary manner. Prepare tasteful meals and cook a variety of foods in large quantities. Follow prepared menus and portion control guides. Prepare special diets accurately and record food temperatures. Prepare pureed foods and work cooperatively with all departments. Maintain sanitizer solutions, assist with meal serving, and clean cooking areas and carts. Report resident care concerns to the Administrator or Director of Nurses. Participate in training of dietary staff and ensure food presentation appeals to residents. Supervise in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and ensure all cleaning schedules are followed.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook in a hospital or long-term care facility for at least one year
• Ability to read technical procedures and follow recipes
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts like fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions
• Problem-solving skills and ability to interpret various instructions

Certificates and Licenses

• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate
• Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred
• Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health

Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing/pulling, talking, tasting, and smelling. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Good vision for close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

Work Environment

Typically low to moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Note: Management reserves the right to reassign duties and responsibilities as needed. This description is not exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.