Cook, Part-time

West Village Post Acute; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,116,000 - 42,981,000; Full time

Job summary

West Village Post Acute in Greenville, South Carolina is seeking a dedicated Chef to join our long-term care team. You will prepare nutritious, resident-focused meals in a high-volume healthcare kitchen, aligning with therapeutic diets and dietary restrictions.

Creativity and collaboration with the dietary team will help deliver delicious dishes while meeting safety standards. The role emphasizes leadership, time management, and quality meal preparation for residents, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Culinary school education preferred.
• Cooking experience in healthcare, hospitality, or high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation; ServSafe certification a plus.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets and dietary restrictions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals in accordance with facility menus and resident dietary needs.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.
• Coordinate with the Dietary Manager and Dietitian to accommodate therapeutic and texture-modified diets.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and efficiency in the kitchen.
• Lead and collaborate with dietary team members to promote a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Contribute creativity and input for menu planning and special events.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Therapeutic diets knowledge

Education

Culinary school education preferred

Job description

West Village Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility located at 8 N. Texas Avenue in Greenville, South Carolina. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Chef to join our team in a long-term care setting. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, strong culinary skills, and a passion for serving our residents delicious, nutritious, and well-balanced meals.Pay Range: $14-15/hrResponsibilities:Prepare and cook high-quality meals in accordance with facility menus and resident dietary needs.Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards.Coordinate with the Dietary Manager and Dietitian to accommodate therapeutic and texture-modified diets.Maintain organization, cleanliness, and efficiency in the kitchen.Demonstrate excellent time management and attention to detail during meal prep and service.Lead and collaborate with dietary team members to promote a positive, team-oriented work environment.Contribute creativity and input for menu planning and special events.Qualifications:Culinary school education preferred.Cooking experience, preferably in healthcare, hospitality, or a high-volume kitchen.Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (ServSafe certification a plus).Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.Team player with strong communication and leadership skills.Knowledge of therapeutic diets and dietary restrictions preferredWe 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.