Cook

Manna Post Acute; Pickens (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

PTO for your birthday

Employee appreciation incentives and e

Opportunity to attend CNA school

Job summary

Manna Post Acute in Pickens, SC seeks an experienced Cook to join its dietary team, preparing nutritious meals for residents in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. You will follow dietary guidelines, ensure food safety, and assist when the Dietary Supervisor is unavailable.

The role requires at least one year of healthcare cooking experience, a ServSafe certification, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of cooking experience in a hospital, healthcare, rehabilitation, or long-term care setting.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and food preparation standards preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain a ServSafe Certification.
• Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus, recipes, and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure meals meet physician-ordered diets and nutritional requirements.
• Assist with food preparation, portioning, and meal service.
• Monitor food quality, temperature, and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation throughout kitchen and prep areas.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time-management

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServSafe Certification

PointClickCare (PCC)

Job description

Cook – Full-Time$16–$18/hourPickens, SCAbout UsManna Post Acute is a beautiful skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Pickens, South Carolina. We're not just awesome on the outside. We offer an exceptional environment for our employees, too. We value the work you do, celebrate your contributions, and strive to create a workplace where team members feel appreciated, respected, and supported every day.If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with a team that truly values its employees, we'd love to meet you.Why Join Us?Competitive pay: $16–$18/hrMedical, dental, vision, and additional benefit options401(k) with company matchPTO for your birthdayEmployee appreciation incentives and eventsA culture rooted in treating you with value and respectOpportunity to attend our CNA school if you're interested in advancing your healthcare careerPosition SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and dependable Cook to join our dietary team. In this role, you will prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for our residents while ensuring compliance with dietary restrictions, food safety standards, and sanitation requirements. The Cook is responsible for managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor and helping create a positive dining experience for our residents.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook meals according to approved menus, recipes, and dietary guidelinesEnsure meals are prepared according to physician-ordered diets and nutritional requirementsAssist with food preparation, portioning, and meal serviceMonitor food quality, temperature, and presentationMaintain cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen and food preparation areasFollow all food safety regulations and infection control proceduresProperly store food and supplies according to regulatory standardsAssist with inventory management and food rotation proceduresOperate kitchen equipment safely and efficientlySupport Dietary Aides and other dietary team members as neededMaintain accurate records related to food safety and kitchen operationsManage kitchen operations in the absence of the Dietary SupervisorQualificationsEducation & ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredMinimum of one year of cooking experience in a hospital, healthcare, rehabilitation, or long-term care settingKnowledge of therapeutic diets and food preparation standards preferredStrong organizational and time-management skillsLicenses & CertificationsMust obtain and maintain a ServSafe CertificationKnowledge and experience with PointClickCare (PCC) preferredMust remain in good standing with the Department of Public HealthWe 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.