Cook- Ft Nights

Forest Acres Post Acute is a beautiful 132-bed skilled nursing and rehab facility conveniently located in Downtown Columbia, South Carolina.

Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of those we serve? At Forest Acres, we value the relationships we have in our community, with our fellow colleagues, and also with residents and family members.

We are looking to expand our team with an enthusiastic and energetic Cook .

If you have a passion for working with people, we look forward to meeting you!

We offer our Cooks:


* $15- $16 p/h


* On the job training


* Great benefits that include medical, dental, vision, 401k w/ match, gym and weight-loss program reimbursements, and more! (Full time)

Successful candidates will have:


* Dietary experience (preferred)


* Experience in Long-Term Care/ Healthcare setting (preferred)


* High school diploma


* Serving experience


* A desire to help us continue our positive culture


* The ability to pass a drug screen & federal background check

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.

Supervisory Requirements This job has supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Dietary Supervisor.

Qualification Education and/or Experience 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.

Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.

Ability to read and follow recipes.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Must obtain and maintain ServSafe Certificate.

Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.

Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health.

Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities:...