COOK

Universal Health Services; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

Inland Northwest Behavioral Health Hospital, part of Universal Health Services, is seeking a skilled Cook with pastry background to elevate meal quality for patients and staff.

The role prepares meals per menus, therapeutic diets, and safety standards in a healthcare setting, ensuring timely, consistent service and patient satisfaction. Per diem/on-call with weekend coverage is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Culinary training, certificate, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Food Handler’s Permit or ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
• 3+ years of professional cooking experience in Healthcare, School/Institution food service or commercial dining.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, visually appealing meals for patients and staff.
• Follow therapeutic diet orders, texture modifications, and BH safety protocols.
• Support menu preparation, food production, and presentation standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment.
• Assist with inventory, food prep, and teamwork across the dietary department.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary training/certificate

ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)

3+ years of professional cooking experience in Healthcare/School/Institution/campus dining

Job description

Responsibilities

It takes passion and dedication to meet the behavioral health needs of our community.

Through a unique collaboration between Universal Health Services and Providence Health Services, Inland Northwest Behavioral Health Hospital became the first free-standing mental health hospital in the city of Spokane, Washington.

Position Summary

We’re looking for a skilled, mission‑driven Cook with preferred pastry background to help elevate the quality of meals served in our Behavioral Health hospital.

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving meals in accordance with established menus, standardized recipes, therapeutic diet requirements, and food safety standards in a healthcare setting. This position supports efficient kitchen operations by ensuring food is prepared accurately, consistently, and on time to meet quality standards and patient satisfaction expectations.

Position details

• Per Diem/On Call


• Weekend coverage required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)


• Culinary training, certificate, or equivalent hands‑on experience


• Food Handler’s Permit or ServSafe Food Protection Manager certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)


• 3 or more years of professional cooking experience in Healthcare, School/Institution food service or commercial dining

Qualifications

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepare high‑quality, visually appealing meals for patients and staff


• Follow therapeutic diet orders, texture modifications, and BH safety protocols


• Support menu preparation, food production, and presentation standards


• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment


• Assist with inventory, food prep, and teamwork across the dietary department

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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