Dietary Cook

PACS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Fountain Inn Post Acute is a 66-bed facility located just 20 minutes from downtown Greenville, S.C. We're making some positive changes that include new management and new nurse leadership and we look forward to sharing these changes with you! Come enjoy an intimate environment where you can truly get to know your patients and each other. We take pride in hearing staff feedback and taking your needs into account when making decisions for the facility. So, if you're looking for a workplace where you'll feel heard and supported, look no further than Fountain Inn Post Acute! We offer: Competitive pay Medical, dental, vision benefit plans PTO and 401K matching Assistance with obtaining certifications Employee appreciation events and rewards throughout the year Career advancement opportunities throughout our network of sister-facilities in S.C. General Purpose It is the responsibility of the cook to manage and operate the kitchen in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor. He/she is reports to the Dietary supervisor.

Requirements

• At least 18 yrs. of age
• Experience cooking in a healthcare setting
• Understanding of dietary restrictions
• Friendly demeanor and ability to remain professional at all times with residents and staff
• Compassion for an underserved population
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Should have experience as a cook in a hospital or long term care facility for not less than one year.
• Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.
• Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen and cooking area in a safe, orderly, clean and sanitary manner.
• Ability to prepare tasteful meals and to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Ability to follow prepared menus and portion control guides.
• Ability to prepare special diets accurately.
• Record food temperatures for the meals.
• Prepare pureed foods.
• Ability to work in cooperation and harmony with personnel in all departments.
• Maintain quaternary solution in sanitizer buckets.
• Assist with serving the different meals.
• Clean cooking area and serving carts.
• Report resident care concerns and potential issues to Administrator and/or Director of Nurses.
• Participate in the orientation and on-going training of dietary staff.
• Ability to make the presentation of the food appealing to the residents.
• Ability to cooperate.
• Willing to supervise and to work under supervision.
• To make sure all cleaning schedules are followed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision benefit plans
• PTO and 401K matching
• Assistance with obtaining certifications
• Employee appreciation events and rewards throughout the year
• Career advancement opportunities throughout our network of sister-facilities in S.C.

What This Job Offers

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