Cook (Dietary) - PRN
UHS
Summary
The Cook will prepare healthy and appealing food for residents, staff, and guests, while providing Service Excellence. Must be able to follow the menu plan.
Job description
Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepares meals in accordance with the menu and ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods in a safe and sanitary manner
- Assumes responsibility for proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality and reduce cost
- Sets up food service line and workstations with the needed condiments and ensures all required condiments and garnishes are served with the appropriate foods
- Assists in prep for the following day's menu
- Keeps stock room, coolers, freezers, walk-ins and all hot boxes clean. Ensures that all foods are properly labeled, dated and stored appropriately
- Maintains kitchen cleanliness and proper food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements and departmental procedures
- Keeps food waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques and procedures
- Prefer knowledge of equipment usage including (not an all-inclusive list): stoves, ovens, steamer, fryer, grill, electric mixer, dish washing machines, microwave, food charts
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire
- Must complete and pass a pre-hire drug screen & pre-hire background checks
- Must be able to meet all training requirements
- Must possess physical stamina to stand the majority of shift and to lift and move equipment and supplies
- Physical demands require dexterity, good vision, ability to walk, stoop, bend and be able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally
- Previous cooking experience required
- Previous hospital/school cafeteria experience is helpful
- Must reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
- High school education or equivalent is preferred
- Must be able to read and write
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Paid Time Off
- Career Development Opportunities
- Free Meals
- Company Stock Purchase Discount
- Employee Assistance Program
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.