COOK - PER DIEM

Cook (Per Diem)

Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126 bed, private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, fully accredited by the Joint Commission, has been providing quality health care to adult, child and adolescent northeastern USA residents since 1902. Summit Oaks has repeatedly been recognized in U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's best behavioral health hospitals.

Position Summary: Our COOK (Per Diem) position presents an ideal opportunity for an energetic, motivated individual with prior experience working in a dietary or culinary setting. Prepares meals for patients, employees and special functions according to the approved menu cycle and production sheets.

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), Summit Oaks Hospital's parent company, is one of the nation's largest and most respected health care management companies, operating through its subsidiary acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 81,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from our responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion.

EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate/GED - Preferred
• Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Serv Safe Certification - Required

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of basic therapeutic diets, food service sanitation, and food portion and waste control.
• Knowledge of industrial kitchen operations and procedures, as well as industrial equipment and utensils, and skill in utilizing such.
• Ability to cook in large quantities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Coordinates tray service and sets up tray line and cafeteria line for meal service.
• Follow menus and recipes as provided by the Director of Food & Nutrition Services and Dietician.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.