Cook

Salt Lake Behavioral Health Hospital; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house meals discount

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Salt Lake Behavioral Health in Salt Lake City is seeking a dynamic Cook for our Dietary Department to prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner for patients and staff according to menus and production sheets.

You will follow modified diets with Dietician guidance, maintain clean work and dining areas, ensure safe food temperatures and proper labeling while working in a hospital kitchen. Strong teamwork and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High School degree or equivalent preferred.
• At least 3 years quantity cooking experience.
• Basic knowledge of modified diets.
• Training in food service sanitation; use of industrial kitchen equipment.
• Some hospital kitchen experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Cook meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner for patients and staff.
• Follow menus and production sheets provided by Dietary Manager and Dietician.
• Prepare meals per menu cycle with attention to attractive presentation.
• Adhere to sanitation, safety, and proper temperature guidelines.
• Maintain clean work areas and proper food storage/labeling.

Skills

Quantity cooking

Food sanitation

Hospital kitchen experience

Modified diets

Industrial kitchen equipment

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Salt Lake Behavioral Health is seeking a dynamic and talented Cook for our Dietary Department.

Shift

Varied, Full-Time

About Salt Lake Behavioral Health

We understand that not all wounds are visible. Depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction and suicide affects millions of individuals and families. Our mission is to transform lives through exceptional patient care. Salt Lake Behavioral Health is a private 118 bed freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and substance abuse treatment for adolescents and adults. We serve the Salt Lake City and surrounding area using evidence-based treatments in a comfortable, confidential atmosphere. We believe in an individualized, patient-focused approach to diagnosis and treatment.

The Cook

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.

Benefits Of Joining Salt Lake Behavioral Health

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Supportive Administration & Team
• Discounted in-house meals
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500 corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred.

Experience: At least three (3) years experience in quantity cooking preferred. A basic knowledge of modified diets; training in food service sanitation; experience utilizing industrial kitchen equipment and utensils; and some prior hospital kitchen experience helpful.

Additional Requirements

Must have Food Handlers Permit.

EEO Statement

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