COOK

Vbpcweb; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading psychiatric center as a Cook/Kitchen Staff. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to prepare meals and support the health and well-being of patients in a nurturing environment. You will be responsible for meal preparation, serving food, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food service and a commitment to safety and sanitation. Work in a collaborative atmosphere where your contributions will make a difference in the lives of others. If you enjoy cooking and want to be part of a respected healthcare provider, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational or formal culinary education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for meals and special functions, including patient/staff trays.
• Responsibilities include serving food, cleaning, and sanitation.

Skills

Food Service Knowledge

Sanitation Practices

Cooking Skills

Meal Preparation

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational Culinary Education

Job description

Responsibilities

Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center (VBPC) is a 100-bed freestanding psychiatric hospital located near the beautiful resort area of Virginia Beach, Virginia, just a short 10-minute drive to the oceanfront. VBPC offers acute psychiatric and substance abuse services for adults 18 years and older. The hospital is accessible 24 hours a day for admissions and includes mental health assessments and an excellent referral network. Treatment programs and specialty services at VBPC include substance abuse, dual diagnosis, and partial hospitalization.

Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center is part of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation’s largest and most respected healthcare providers. UHS has a strong record of achievement, with annual revenues of $15.8 billion in 2024, and is recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS employs approximately 99,000 staff members and operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, and more across the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the UK.

Position Summary

Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center currently has a full-time Cook/Kitchen Staff position available. Candidates must be available to work weekends and holidays. The Cook/Kitchen Staff will prepare food for meals and special functions, including patient/staff trays, salads, and desserts. Responsibilities also include serving food, cleaning, stocking, sanitation, and trash removal.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate requires: a minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent; vocational or formal culinary education is preferred. Knowledge of food service, safety, and sanitation is essential. ServSafe Certification is preferred. Experience in cooking and meal preparation in a facility setting is also preferred.

UHS is committed to equal opportunity employment, fostering an environment of mutual respect, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.