Cook -full-time

Lakeside Behavioral Health System; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral health is seeking a Culinary Cook to join their compassionate team. This role involves providing quality meals and nutritional services in a supportive environment, contributing to the well-being of patients and staff. The organization is known for its commitment to excellence and offers a rewarding work atmosphere with opportunities for growth and development. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a desire to make a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine in a meaningful way.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan

401k Plan with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Growth and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Prefer high school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior culinary experience in a restaurant or health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in providing quality meals and nutritional services.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

Lakeside Behavioral Health System provides an excellent opportunity for those seeking to be part of a team-oriented and compassionate organization. Our staff tell us that our team is their number one reason for working at Lakeside, although we offer competitive compensation, excellent comprehensive benefits, opportunities for advancement, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Since 1969, Lakeside has been the premier provider of specialized behavioral health and addictive disease services in the Memphis and Mid-South region. The 365-bed facility is one of the largest free-standing psychiatric hospitals in the United States. We are located on a serene 37-acre campus in northeast Shelby County, serving as the setting for the treatment for children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. Lakeside’s comprehensive programs treat disorders such as bipolar disorder, psychological trauma, depression and anxiety, mental illnesses, and addictive disease disorders such as alcoholism, drug addiction, and substance abuse.

Job Description

The Culinary Cook participates in the provision of quality meals and nutritional services to patients, staff, and guests in accordance with established policies and procedures and in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Lakeside Behavioral Health System.

This opportunity provides the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan for full-time and part-time positions
• 401k plan with company match for full-time and part-time positions
• Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

Job Requirements

Education: Prefer high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Prefer prior culinary experience in a restaurant, casual or fine dining kitchen, hospital, health care, or hospitality setting. Experience with Buffets, Banquets or EDR kitchens preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Serve Safe Certification preferred.

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