Cook*Full Time**Sign on Bonus $1000**Weekly Pay*

Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Generous PTO

Career Advancement Opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Meals at a reduced price

Employer-Paid Life and Long-Term Dis.

Christmas Bonus

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Laurel Crest Retirement, part of Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina, is seeking a compassionate Cook to help create warm, homelike meals for residents.

Set up workstations, prepare meals according to resident diets, and ensure great presentation. Maintain a clean, safe kitchen, monitor temperatures, and ensure proper storage and quality of ingredients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures (grilling, baking, boiling).
• Knowledge of cooking temperatures for meats, vegetables, desserts, etc.
• ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Establish line for each meal period and prepare plates according to resident diets.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat).
• Ensure dishes have good presentation and are served properly.
• Maintain a sanitized kitchen and monitor sanitation schedules.
• Monitor temperature logs daily and ensure proper food storage.
• Check quality of ingredients.

Skills

Customer service

Cooking procedures

Cooking temperatures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification (preferred)

Job description

Description

Join Our team as a Cook

Laurel Crest Retirement is seeking a professional and compassionate Cook to join our team to help create warm, homelike experience for all residents.

Why Choose Us?

Part of PCSC, Laurel Crest 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

Key Responsibilities of a Cook:

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Establish line for each meal period and prepare plates according to resident diets, prepare, all residents late trays.
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen. Monitor sanitation procedures for daily, weekly and monthly schedules
• Monitor all hot and cold temperature logs daily
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check quality of ingredients

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED - ServSafe Preferred
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Knowledge of cooking temperatures for various types of food (meats, vegetables, desserts, etc.)
• Excellent customer service skills
• One year cooking experience in a restaurant, healthcare or hospitality setting

Equal Opportunity Employer