Cook

Woodland Springs Behavioral Health; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Life, accident & disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement with company match

Tuition assistance

Short- and long-term disability

Wellness programs and gym membership

Job summary

Woodland Springs Behavioral Health is seeking a Cook to join our hospital kitchen. You will ensure meals are prepared on time, assist with modified diets, and supervise kitchen staff during food prep. You will also help with recipe adherence and maintaining a clean, compliant kitchen environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and prior food service or healthcare-related cooking experience. Strong communication skills are essential in this collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Food service or customer service experience with cooking preferred.
• Healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure meals are ready at specified times.
• Consult with Dietitian on modified diets when needed.
• Supervise Nutritional Services workers during food prep.
• Measure and mix ingredients per approved recipes.
• Prepare sauces, soups, meats and desserts per guidelines.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and infection control.

Skills

High School Diploma or GED

Food service experience

Customer service experience

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Woodland Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Woodland Springs is a 96 bed behavioral health facility. We offer high-quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need. Our teams provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of mental health concerns in a compassionate, comfortable environment.

How You'll Contribute

A Cook who excels in this role:

• Ensures meals are ready at the specified times and tests foods being cooked to ensure proper seasoning etc.
• Consults with the Registered Dietitian on modified diets, as necessary.
• Supervises Nutritional Services workers when washing, trimming or preparing food.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to approved recipes, using blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers, etc.
• Makes sauces, soups, stews, casseroles and desserts meeting established dietary guidelines.
• Cooks meat, fish and poultry in a variety of ways such as baking, roasting, broiling and steaming.
• Maintains kitchen in a clean, neat and organized manner and adheres to all infection control policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Brand new facility: Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!

What We're Looking For

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior food service or customer service experience with cooking experience preferred.
• Prior healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

EEOC Statement

Woodland Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Woodland Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.