Cook Staff

HMR Veteran Services; Walterboro (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Company-Paid Life Insurance

And Much More!

Job summary

HMR Veterans Services in Walterboro, SC is seeking a Cook to prepare meals that meet resident and veteran needs, including special events, while upholding quality and safety standards.

You will follow recipes, maintain sanitation policies, stock supplies, and support dietary services in a collaborative team environment. A high school diploma or GED is required, and healthcare cooking experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and hygiene practices.
• One year of healthcare cooking experience preferred; other relevant experience or cook training accepted.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items on menu according to pre-determined recipes.
• Follow safety and sanitation policies and procedures, including cleaning assignments and maintaining kitchen equipment.
• Follow all sanitation policies for food storage, preparation and transport.
• Prepare resident meals and check items meet prescribed needs as directed by nursing, dietician, or physician.
• Unload and stock all sizes and weights of food items and supplies on shelves, freezers, and refrigerators.
• Maintain regular attendance according to company policies.
• Use tactful and appropriate communication with staff, guests, and residents.
• Adhere to uniform policy and Employee Handbook.
• Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information to protect resident rights.
• Liaise with other department supervisors to plan dietary services and activities.
• Attend departmental and staff meetings as directed.
• Attend and participate in educational classes and on-the-job training programs.
• Perform other related assignments as required.

Skills

Food prep knowledge

Sanitation standards

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Veterans Victory House
Walterboro, SC 29488, USA

• Full-Time
• Requisition #: COOKS001098

Description

Make a Difference in the Lives of Our Nation's Heroes

At HMR Veterans Services, we are proud to honor our mission of "Serving Those Who Served." If you are a passionate and dedicated Cooklooking for meaningful work, we invite you to join our team and make a lasting impact on the lives of America's Veterans.

Why Join HMR Veterans Services?

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-Paid Life Insurance*
• And Much More!

What You'll Do

As a Cook, you will prepare meals that meet individual resident and veteran needs, including special events, while ensuring food quality, service, and departmental safety and sanitation.Responsibilities include:

• Prepare all food items on menu according to pre-determined recipes.
• Follow safety and sanitation policies and procedures. This includes cleaning assignments as scheduled for cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment.
• Follow all sanitation policies and procedures for food storage preparation and transport.
• Preparation of resident meals and checking all items to ensure meal items meet prescribed individual resident needs as directed by nursing, dietician, and or physician.
• Unload and stock all sizes and weights of food items and supplies on shelves and in the freezers and refrigerators.
• Must maintain regular attendance according to the Company’s attendance policies.
• Use tactful and appropriate communication with staff, guests, and residents.
• Adhere to uniform policy according to the Company’s policies and Employee Handbook.
• Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information to ensure resident rights are protected.
• Maintains a liaison with other department supervisors to adequately plan for dietary services/activities.
• Attend departmental and staff meetings as directed.
• Attend and participate in educational classes and on-the-job training programs, etc., as scheduled, or directed.
• Performs other related assignments as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and hygiene practices.
• One year of healthcare cooking experience preferred; other relevant experience or cook training accepted.
• Able to follow recipes, understand instructions in English, perform basic math, and obtain a Food Handlers Certificate.

Join a Mission That Matters

When you join HMR Veterans Services, you're not just starting a job, you're becoming part of a team dedicated to serving those who have served our country. Apply today and help us continue making a difference every day.

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