Senior Living Cook: Create Nutritious Meals & Great Benefits

Claiborne Senior Living; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Free employee meals

Referral bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents while upholding a safe, organized kitchen. You’ll take ownership of your work, act with integrity, and contribute to a culture that values consistency, safety, and professionalism.

In a healthcare setting, great meals support health and comfort, and you’ll be part of a collaborative dining team. This role offers full-time hours with benefits, and weekend/holiday shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous cooking experience in healthcare, senior living, or high-volume food service preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and instructions consistently.
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes, menus, and portion guidelines.
• Ensure meals meet quality, presentation, and dietary standards.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection control policies.
• Support special diets and dietary restrictions as directed.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and food prep areas.
• Assist with inventory, storage, labeling, and rotation of food items.
• Work closely with the dining services team to ensure timely meal service.

Skills

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents while upholding a safe, organized kitchen. You’ll take ownership of your work, act with integrity, and contribute to a culture that values consistency, safety, and professionalism.

In a healthcare setting, great meals support health and comfort, and you’ll be part of a collaborative dining team. This role offers full-time hours with benefits, and weekend/holiday shifts as needed.