Cook (Dietary) - PRN

Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare, LLC; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare, LLC in Staunton, VA is seeking a Dietary Cook for a PRN/Part-Time role. The cook will prepare healthy meals for residents, staff, and guests, follow the menu, and maintain safety and sanitation standards in a 24/7/365 facility.

The position requires at least 21 years old, ability to lift up to 35 pounds, prior cooking experience, and willingness to work flexible hours including mornings.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire.
• Must be able to meet all training requirements.
• Must possess physical stamina to stand for long shifts and lift/move equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meals per menu, ensures proper prep, portioning, and sanitary handling.
• Maintains proper food handling to prevent contamination and control costs.
• Sets up service line and workstations with condiments and garnishes.

Skills

Cooking experience

Physical stamina

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment (stoves, ovens, steamer, fryer, grill)

Job description

Responsibilities

DIETARY COOK - PRN/Part-Time position available

• Rotating schedule during the hours of 5:30am - 6:30pm
• Facility is open 24/7/365
• PRN position will work as needed/as available during hours of need: 5:30am - 6:30pm; must work at least one 8-hour shift per pay period

Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare is a residential treatment facility that serves adolescent males (ages 12-17) with intellectual disabilities, psychiatric disorders, and behavioral problems. As part of the Staunton, Virginia community for more than 18 years, Liberty Point has provided treatment, education, rehabilitation, recreation, and cultural exposure through community outings, while also providing a safe environment.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Cook will prepare healthy and appealing food for residents, staff, and guests, while providing Service Excellence. Must be able to follow the menu plan.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares meals in accordance with the menu and ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods in a safe and sanitary manner
• Assumes responsibility for proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality and reduce cost
• Sets up food service line and workstations with the needed condiments and ensures all required condiments and garnishes are served with the appropriate foods
• Assists in prep for the following day’s menu
• Keeps stock room, coolers, freezers, walk-ins and all hot boxes clean. Ensures that all foods are properly labeled, dated and stored appropriately
• Maintains kitchen cleanliness and proper food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements and departmental procedures
• Keeps food waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques and procedures
• Prefer knowledge of equipment usage including (not an all-inclusive list): stoves, ovens, steamer, fryer, grill, electric mixer, dish washing machines, microwave, food charts

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire
• Must be able to meet all training requirements
• Must possess physical stamina to stand the majority of shift and to lift and move equipment and supplies
• Physical demands require dexterity, good vision, ability to walk, stoop, bend and be able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally
• Previous cooking experience required
• Previous hospital/school cafeteria experience is helpful
• Must reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives

EDUCATION

• High school education or equivalent is preferred
• Must be able to read and write

BENEFITS for our FULL TIME employees

BENEFITS for our FULL TIME employees: https://benefits.uhsguest.com/

• Home/Work Life Balance
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending or Health Savings Account
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
• Free meals!
• Company stock purchase discount
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay is Hourly (bi-weekly) and is commensurate with education and experience.

Liberty Point is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-hire drug screen, pre-hire background checks, and education verification are required of all new employees.

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.

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