Cook (Full-Time)(Weekends Only) - Pinewood Square

Navion Senior Solutions • Goose Creek, SC

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About The Position

Pinewood Square, a Navion Senior Living community in Goose Creek, South Carolina, is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare and serve fresh, appealing meals for residents and contribute to a welcoming dining experience. The role is required every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Qualified candidates must have at least one year of senior housing cooking experience and be familiar with DPH regulations. The Cook works as part of a team and helps ensure residents receive high-quality service.

The position requires a current ServSafe food services sanitation certificate, or the ability to participate in training to become certified. A high school diploma or GED is accepted. One year of job-related experience, including food preparation, full-line menu items, and therapeutic diets, is required. A culinary apprenticeship or training is preferred. Candidates must be at least 16 years old; in North Carolina, they must be at least 18 to operate power-driven equipment such as a meat slicer or mixer. Tapcheck is available to let team members access earned wages through a mobile app.

Requirements

• At least one year of senior housing cooking experience.
• Familiarity with DPH regulations.
• Current ServSafe food services sanitation certificate, or ability to participate in food services sanitation training to become certified.
• High school diploma or GED accepted.
• One year of job-related experience, including food preparation, full-line menu items, and therapeutic diets.
• At least 16 years old; at least 18 years old in North Carolina to operate power-driven machines such as a meat slicer or mixer.
• Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents without posing a substantial safety or health threat to self or others.

Nice To Haves

• Culinary apprenticeship or training.
• Three years of experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or service environment.
• Culinary arts experience.
• CPR and First-Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare palatable foods that are appetizing in appearance.
• Follow safety and sanitary requirements.
• Learn basic tasks and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Provide pleasant, friendly, helpful, proper, and timely service.
• Maintain a well-groomed appearance and follow dress requirements.
• Work well with others and promote a team environment.
• Help prepare and serve fresh, appealing meals for residents.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• PTO for full-time positions
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Tapcheck mobile app access to earned wages

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED