Cook (Part-Time) - Colonial Gardens

Navion Senior Solutions; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k)

PTO for part-time positions

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Colonial Gardens is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents, creating a welcoming dining experience. You will work with a team to deliver fresh, appealing dishes and uphold high quality service.

The role requires team collaboration, a commitment to safety, and the ability to follow instructions, with flexible engagement in a supportive healthcare dining environment.

Qualifications

• Maintains ServSafe certificate or can participate in training to become certified.
• High School diploma or GED accepted.
• Culinary apprenticeship or training preferred.
• One year of job-related experience including food preparation and therapeutic diets.
• Three years in healthcare, hospitality or service environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods that are appetizing in appearance.
• Follow safety and sanitary requirements.
• Learn basic tasks and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Be pleasant, friendly and helpful to ensure timely service.

Skills

Teamwork

Food preparation

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

ServSafe certificate / training

Job description

At Colonial Gardens, great meals are about more than what's on the plate. They're about creating moments that residents look forward to each day. We're looking for a Cook who enjoys preparing delicious meals, working with a team, and making a positive impact on the people we serve. In this role, you'll help prepare and serve meals that are fresh, appealing, and made with care. You'll play an important role in creating a welcoming dining experience while helping ensure our residents receive the high quality service they deserve. If you're passionate about food, enjoy working with people, and take pride in creating a great dining experience, we'd love to have you on our team!

This is a Part-Time opportunity for YOU to join a great team!

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• Maintains a current ServSafe certificate (food services sanitation certificate) or able to participate in the food services sanitation training to become ServSafe certified
• High School diploma or GED accepted
• A culinary apprenticeship or training is preferred
• One (1) year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets
• Must be 16 years or older. In NC, must be 18 years or older if operating power-driven machines such as a meat slicer, mixer, etc.
• Three years' experience in a healthcare, hospitality or service environment preferred
• Culinary arts experience preferred
• CPR & First-Aid certifications preferred
• Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents without posing a substantial safety or health threat to self or others
• Ability to work well with others and promote a team environment

Responsibilities

• Ability to prepare palatable foods that are appetizing in appearance
• Knowledge of safety and sanitary requirements
• Ability to learn basic tasks and follow written and verbal instructions
• Pleasant, friendly and helpful at all times ensuring proper and timely service
• Well-groomed and ability to follow dress requirements

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• PTO for full time positions
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Career Advancement Opportunities

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