Experienced Cook

Compensation starting at: $14.65 - $19.68/hr based on experience.

Still Hopes is a premier continuing care retirement community offering amenities that inspire aging adults to achieve their personal best. We foster a culture of excellence, offer competitive pay with generous benefits including paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and matching 401K. We are currently seeking new members to join our caring, progressive team!

Cooks have a huge impact on the lives of residents and on the overall culture of the community. This position is an invaluable part of the Still Hopes family! Below is a picture of the impact a cook has and what being a difference maker looks like!

Responsible for cooking meals for our various restaurants on campus.

We are currently seeking experienced cooks to work under the direction of our Executive Chef in preparing food items according to established standards. Applicants must have a high standard of cleanliness and safety awareness at all times as well as experience in a large kitchen and a good understanding of DHEC kitchen regulations. In addition, applicants must be able to execute basic cooking techniques such as grilling, sautéing, braising, baking etc.

Applicants should be a team player, solution oriented with a positive attitude. Food experience in high volume environments such as a hospital, nursing care facility, or school is preferred.

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Our Mission

To provide a faith-based community where life will be rich and full as God intends it to be, holding to our values, serving one another with dedication, and promoting health and wellness for all.

Our Vision

To exemplify a new expectation for senior living.

Our Values

Family - We are here for each other.

Attitude - We can achieve anything with the right spirit.

Integrity - We are anchored in trust, respect, and accountability.

Team - We work together to make it happen.

Health - We nurture physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness.

Still Hopes Episcopal Retirement Community is an equal opportunity employer and will continue to recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions including childbirth, or any other reason prohibited by law.

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