Healthcare Dining Chef — Compassionate Resident Meals

Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina in Columbia, SC is seeking a Cook to plan and prepare meals for residents, maintaining sanitary conditions and ensuring compliance with health regulations while upholding residents' comfort, privacy, and dignity.

The role includes diet management, inventory support, and strong focus on customer service and teamwork within a healthcare setting, with shifts that may include weekends and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a culinary setting or long-term care facility preferred.
• Strong culinary skills and knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Meal planning and preparation in coordination with meal serving hours.
• Maintain sanitary conditions and comply with health regulations.
• Document dietary information and assist in inventory management.
• Provide exceptional customer service and interact with residents to address dietary needs.
• Provide leadership in the kitchen in the absence of supervisors and train staff.
• Follow infection control guidelines and complete mandatory trainings.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Lutheran Homes Of South Carolina in Columbia, SC is seeking a Cook to plan and prepare meals for residents, maintaining sanitary conditions and ensuring compliance with health regulations while upholding residents' comfort, privacy, and dignity.

The role includes diet management, inventory support, and strong focus on customer service and teamwork within a healthcare setting, with shifts that may include weekends and overtime as needed.