Cook - Franke

LUTHERAN HOMES OF SOUTH CAROLINA INC•Mount Pleasant, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook is responsible for providing exceptional culinary services to residents. This role includes planning and preparing meals, maintaining sanitary conditions, and ensuring compliance with health regulations while upholding residents' comfort, privacy, and dignity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong culinary skills, knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards, and ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
Capacity to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks and physical activities, such as bending, kneeling, and reaching.
Must be able to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a culinary setting or long-term care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan food production to coordinate with meal serving hours, ensuring food quality, temperature, and appearance are preserved.
Prepare food according to standardized recipes and special diet orders.
Complete food temperature checks before service to ensure safety and quality.
Maintain required sanitary conditions to meet health regulations.
Store food properly and safely, marking the date and item.
Process diet changes and new diets as directed by healthcare professionals.
Assist in inventory management, including receiving and stocking food and supplies.
Document dietary information accurately and timely.
Provide exceptional customer service and high-quality care by showing compassion and empathy towards residents and their families.
Interact with residents to address dietary preferences and needs, ensuring a positive dining experience.
Provide leadership in the kitchen in the absence of the Culinary & Hospitality Director and/or Supervisor.
Assist in training and supporting kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.
Report environmental deficiencies such as lighting issues, equipment problems, or items in need of repair.
Follow infection control guidelines and maintain privacy rules and regulations as per HIPAA.
Attend all meetings and complete in-services and mandatory training.
Other Duties as Assigned