COOK

Cook Prn Various 8 Hr. Shifts

Universal Health Services, Inc., one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, UHS has more than 90,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates numerous facilities in the United States and abroad. Windmoor Healthcare of Clearwater is a full service psychiatric hospital specializing in treatment of acute psychiatric and substance abuse services for adults. We are pleased to announce the following available position:

Responsible for properly and safely preparing and cooking food for patients and staff according to the menu and recipes provided by the Dietician and assist in recipe development. Maintain high food and service quality. Work with Facility Director/Manager regarding appropriate usage of leftovers; menu changes and substitutions. Assist Director in preparation of special employee and/or catering functions. Follows all standardized procedures and maintains a safe and sanitized work area. Able to effectively and safely utilize kitchen tools, appliances and equipment.

Job Requirements:

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent OR relative work experience
• Experience: Two (2) years' cooking experience required with prior experience as a cook in a fast past setting; experience in a healthcare facility and/or behavioral healthcare setting strongly preferred. Industrial food preparation experience preferred. Basic knowledge of modified diets, serving principles and training in food services sanitation needed. Safe Serve certification preferred. Prior kitchen supervisory experience preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to prioritize workload and effectively multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Excellent food preparation and presentation skills.
• Able to effectively communicate, prioritize tasks and demonstrate flexibility, with strong focus on safety and quality.

Physical Requirements:

• Move efficiently enough to meet the needs of several patients and/or move rapidly to provide timely intervention of patient aggression.
• Able to stand, sit or walk during work shift.
• Able to hear spoken words in a normal vocal range, respond to signals, alarms, codes or other displays.
• Recognize vocal intonation that signal changes in acuity.
• Able to bend, reach and stoop.
• Able to accurately follow instructions and convey information.
• Able to read instructions and complete any needed documentation and/or reports.
• Perform duties requiring manual dexterity.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs.

We offer:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 328+ Subsidiaries!