Cook

Union Post Acute offers a truly home like environment for all residents, whether in the 40 bed assisted living or the 88 bed skilled rehab in rural Union, SC.

As the only of our kind in the area, we pride ourselves on delivering patient-centered care across the spectrum of care.

We are looking for compassionate and talented individuals to join our work family.

We are looking for a Cook to join our team.

We offer:


* $16 p/hour


* On the job training


* Advancement opportunities throughout our network in SC

Successful candidates will have the following:


* High school diploma or equivalent


* Experience in a Long-Term Care or healthcare setting preferred


* Experience in food preparation


* A drive to serve others.


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

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.

Essential Duties 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.