Cook
UHS
Summary
Salt Lake Behavioral Health is seeking a dynamic and talented Cook for our Dietary Department. Shift: Varied, Full-Time
Job description
The Cook is responsible for the cooking, preparation and service of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals for patients and facility staff according to the approved menu cycle and production sheets.
- Open the kitchen and ensure organization of daily events
- Cook meals, follow menus and recipes as provided by the Dietary Manager and Dietician
- Prepare meals and beverages according to menu cycle and daily production sheet, providing attention to attractive and tasteful meals
- Accurately prepare food for modified diets, consulting with Dietician as required
- Complete and prepare meals in a timely manner as prescribed by posted meal times
- Follow posted cleaning schedule and ensure a clean work area and dining room at all times
- Document refrigeration and dish machine temperatures according to posted schedules
- Adhere to standards for food temperatures during cooking, serving and storage of leftovers
- Maintain walk-in freezer and storerooms in an orderly fashion, and properly date and label all food items
- Adhere to appropriate portion control and avoid over production
- Comply with established guidelines for sanitation and safety
- Interact with patients in the serving line, offering assistance in the selection of a nutritionally balanced meal
- Support and encourage harmonious working relationships within the department, as well as with all employees in the facility
- Report any equipment malfunction immediately to the Dietary Manager
- Wash dishes and maintaining dish room in a clean and orderly fashion
- Responsible for turning off all equipment, inspecting the kitchen for cleanliness and locking the department at the end of the day
Requirements
- High School Degree or equivalent preferred
- At least three (3) years experience in quantity cooking preferred
- Basic knowledge of modified diets
- Training in food service sanitation
- Experience utilizing industrial kitchen equipment and utensils
- Some prior hospital kitchen experience helpful
- Must have Food Handlers Permit
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Paid Time Off
- Discounted in-house meals
- Career development opportunities
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.