Inlet Coastal Resort, an upscale assisted living and memory care community in Murrells Inlet, is now hiring for an experienced Cook. We are looking for a Cook who can bring their passion for great food, teamwork, and culinary experience to our fine dining experience.

Summary of Duties of the CookThe Cook's primary responsibility is to provide wholesome, nutritious, and attractive food served at the appropriate temperature. The Cook reports to the Dining Services Director.

Essential Functions of the Cook

• Assure the proper portioning, plating, temperature, and presentation of meals.
• Record and monitor food temperatures during storage, preparation, cooking, and serving.
• Label, date, and properly store all foods.
• Monitor and record temperatures of all kitchen refrigerators and freezers daily.
• Control overproduction and waste of all food items.
• Responsible for washing and sanitizing food service equipment and general cleaning of cook’s area, freezers, refrigerators, and storage areas.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized kitchen and workstation
• Follow established safety procedures while operating kitchen equipment.
• Responsible for storage of items received from vendors.
• Check inventory of needed supplies daily to ensure proper stock levels for the preparation of menu items.
• Reports equipment and safety issues to the Food Service Director.
• Work as a team member to maintain a pleasant, effective work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions of the Cook

• Supports and participates in the resident-centered activity programs.
• Participates in projects or committees as assigned.
• Attends all associate meetings including in-service education and associate functions, as requested by supervisor.
• Assists in a variety of tasks involving residents as assigned
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Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED at a minimum.
• A minimum of two years prior experience in a comparable setting is required. 1-2 years preferred experience in Senior Care Living.
• Serv-Safe Certification preferred.
• Physical requirements include the ability to communicate by speaking, seeing, and hearing sufficient to serve the residents.
• Professional and neat appearance and presentation, adherence to the dress code, and good personal hygiene are expected.
• Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills to work with various levels of people, associates, and residents.
• Be free of communicable disease.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to relate to residents and associates in a courteous and diplomatic manner under all circumstances.
• Completion of drug testing and criminal record background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor.
• Physical requirements include bending, standing, lifting, stooping, sitting, walking, stretching, and ability to lift/carry up to 40 pounds.
• Adhere to and carry out all policies and procedures.
• A flexible work schedule is required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

We offer a great compensation package, including paid time off and health insurance. Apply now!

We are an equal opportunity employer and support a diverse work environment that considers applicants without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.