Cook

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted in-house meals

Competitive Compensation & Generous PT

401(K) with company match

Job summary

Salt Lake Behavioral Health is seeking a dynamic Cook for our Dietary Department in Salt Lake City, UT. This full-time role supports breakfast, lunch and dinner service for patients and staff, following approved menus and production sheets.

The Cook will prepare meals including modified diets, maintain sanitation, and ensure timely service while collaborating with the Dietary Manager and Dietician. A Food Handlers Permit is required, with prior hospital kitchen experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 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; some prior hospital kitchen experience helpful.
• Must have Food Handlers Permit.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

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.

For more information, visit our website at www.saltlakebehavioralhealth.com or watch a video from staff at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4bm4W1rnfo

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.

1. Open the kitchen and ensure organization of daily events
2. Cook meals, follow menus and recipes as provided by the Dietary Manager and Dietician.
3. Prepare meals and beverages according to menu cycle and daily production sheet, providing attention to attractive and tasteful meals.
4. Accurately prepare food for modified diets, consulting with Dietician as required.
5. Complete and prepare meals in a timely manner as prescribed by posted meal times
6. Follow posted cleaning schedule and ensure a clean work area and dining room at all times
7. Document refrigeration and dish machine temperatures according to posted schedules
8. Adhere to standards for food temperatures during cooking, serving and storage of leftovers
9. Maintain walk-in freezer and storerooms in an orderly fashion, and properly date and label all food items
10. Adhere to appropriate portion control and avoid over production
11. Comply with established guidelines for sanitation and safety
12. Interact with patients in the serving line, offering assistance in the selection of a nutritionally balanced meal
13. Support and encourage harmonious working relationships within the department, as well as with all employees in the facility
14. Report any equipment malfunction immediately to the Dietary Manager
15. Wash dishes and maintaining dish room in a clean and orderly fashion
16. 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.

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.

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