COOK (Before 45 Days)

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

401k with employer match

Job summary

Valley Hospital Medical Center in Las Vegas is seeking a Food Service Cook to support patient meals, staff and visitors with timely preparation, seasoning and cooking. You will work in a fast-paced hospital kitchen, following recipes and dietary guidelines.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, prior cooking experience preferred, and a Clark County Food Handler Safety Training Card. Able to work varying shifts and cooperate with hospital staff.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience: previous experience is preferred.
• License/Certification: Current Clark County Food Handler Safety Training Card is required.

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for the timely preparation, seasoning and cooking of food for patients, employees, physicians and visitors.

Skills

Cooking methods

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Valley Hospital Medical Center

Since 1972, the healthcare professionals at Valley Hospital have provided quality patient care to all who enter our doors. Valley Hospital is located in the center corridor in the heart of the Las Vegas Medical District (LVMD) with 306 acute care beds, including a 48-bed behavioral health unit. As a teaching hospital with graduate medical education, a new pharmacy residency program and over 600 multidisciplinary clerkships and internships offered annually, we focus on the use of evidence-based medicine and the importance of following clinical pathways that research has shown to be effective with most patients. To provide optimal care to Southern Nevada residents and visitors, Valley Hospital continues to provide quality services, achieving the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Get with the Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement award and an \"A\" Grade in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade.

The Valley Health System

(“VHS”) is an integrated system of care in Las Vegas and Southern Nevada comprised of acute care hospitals, physician practices and a variety of outpatient services. We focus on clearly defined goals designed to bring about exemplary patient care. Since 1979, we have been providing care to the more than two million people living in Southern Nevada and its surrounding communities. VHS is committed to training the next generation of healthcare providers including physicians, nurses, therapists and others in the allied health support services. The talent and dedication of the over 10,000 employees of VHS is what makes the company unique. VHS is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (“UHS”).

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

Benefit Highlights

• A rewarding and engaging work environment
• Market competitive compensation and generous paid time off
• Time Off Benefit Opt Out Program in exchange for a 9% differential in pay
• Educational and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Career growth and development opportunities within the hospital and VHS
• Comprehensive insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug coverage, plus HSA savings account
• Additional insurance options such as life insurance, dependent life insurance, supplemental life insurance, accident insurance and critical illness insurance
• Voluntary benefits including Auto, Home, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers resources for emotional health, everyday living, caregiving, personal well-being, legal and financial consultations and work-related issues available to all employees and their family members
• Additional health and wellness benefits such as RethinkCare, Inflection, Sword Thrive, and Livongo
• Adoption & Fertility Assistance programs
• 401k with company match
• Discounted UHS stock purchase plan
• Exclusive employee discounts on electronics, entertainment, health & wellness, and more
• More Information is available on our Benefits Guest website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Disclaimer

: Benefits may vary depending upon employment status, position, and effective date during employment.

Job Description

This position is responsible for the timely preparation, seasoning and cooking of food for patients, employees, physicians and visitors.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. The candidate should have knowledge of and/or experience in cooking methods.

Experience: previous experience is preferred.

License/Certification: Current Clark County Food Handler Safety Training Card is required

Other: Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department and the ability to work and cooperate with members of hospital staff.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.