Cook / Full Time / Alternating Weekends

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina; Easley (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Generous PTO

Career Advancement Opportunities

Meals at a reduced price

Job summary

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina in Easley, SC, is expanding its dining services and seeks a passionate culinary professional to deliver restaurant-quality meals in a hospitality-focused setting.

You will work in a state-of-the-art kitchen, maintain safety standards, support menu execution, and collaborate with a team to elevate resident dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience with fine dining or hospitality-focused kitchens is preferred.
• Knowledge of high-quality ingredients and plating standards.
• Ability to maintain consistency and portion control.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize culinary workstations with ingredients, tools, and equipment.
• Execute menu items with quality and presentation standards.
• Set service lines for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while accommodating dietary needs.
• Prepare fresh ingredients and create restaurant-quality plates.
• Ensure meals are delivered timely and maintain kitchen sanitation.
• Record temperature logs and comply with food safety regulations.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Food presentation

Kitchen operations

Food safety standards

Team collaboration

Job description

Description

Join Our Growing Culinary Team!
We are expanding our dining services program and seeking a passionate, skilled culinary professional who takes pride in creating exceptional dining experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing team committed to delivering restaurant-quality cuisine in a hospitality-focused environment.

Our culinary team works in a state-of-the-art kitchen equipped with modern commercial appliances, advanced cooking equipment, and innovative food preparation technology, providing the tools needed to produce outstanding meals with efficiency, creativity, and precision.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize culinary workstations with all necessary ingredients, tools, and equipment for successful meal service.
• Execute menu items with precision while maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Establish service lines for breakfast, lunch, and dinner while preparing meals according to resident dietary requirements and individualized preferences.
• Skillfully prepare fresh ingredients including vegetables, meats, seafood, sauces, stocks, and garnishes using professional culinary techniques.
• Create visually appealing, restaurant-quality plates that showcase culinary excellence and elevate the dining experience.
• Ensure all meals are prepared and delivered in a timely manner, including specialty requests and late trays.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment in accordance with food safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Monitor and document sanitation procedures, ensuring compliance with daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
• Record and maintain hot and cold food temperature logs to uphold the highest standards of food safety and quality.
• Properly receive, label, rotate, and store products according to FIFO inventory standards.
• Inspect ingredients for freshness, quality, and consistency before preparation and service.
• Collaborate with fellow culinary professionals to continuously enhance menu offerings and dining experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in fine dining, upscale restaurants, country clubs, hotels, resorts, retirement communities, or hospitality-focused healthcare environments.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food presentation, kitchen operations, and food safety standards.
• Passion for crafting exceptional meals using high-quality ingredients.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, professional kitchen while maintaining attention to detail.
• Commitment to teamwork, creativity, and continuous learning.

Why Join Our Team?

• Be part of a growing culinary department with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Work in a state-of-the-art kitchen featuring modern commercial equipment and premium culinary tools.
• Contribute to a culture that values creativity, quality, and hospitality.
• Make a meaningful impact by creating memorable dining experiences every day.

Why Choose Us?

Part of PCSC, Foothills Retirement Community enriches the quality of life for seniors and our team members through the values of Relationships, Teamwork, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. At our community, we don't just offer a job – we offer a career!

"Offering progressive bonus to the full time employees"

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay – Above industry average, with opportunities for increases and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package – Including health, dental, vision insurance, and retirement savings.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrued weekly, PTO sellback and donation options
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We provide training and professional development to help you grow within the healthcare field.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness – As a nonprofit employer, PCSC employees can qualify for this federal program
• Additional perks – Employer-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Christmas Bonus, Meals at a reduced price, Employee Educational Assistance and a Referral bonus program

Equal Opportunity Employer

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