Cook Full Time Varied

Universal Health Services; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, FL, seeks a full-time Cook for Nutrition Services to prepare and garnish meals for patients, cafeteria and catering, following standardized recipes.

With at least one year of cooking experience and a focus on safety and sanitation, you will maintain temperatures, clean workspaces, and adhere to state and Joint Commission standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of cooking experience required.
• Prepares and garnishes food for patients, cafeteria and catering per recipes.
• Demonstrates equipment safety and proper production planning.
• Follows menu and production guides to meet standards.
• Maintains safe food temperatures throughout preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for patients, cafeteria, and catering.
• Follow standardized recipes and production guides.
• Maintain equipment and workspaces according to schedule.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Service excellence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

About Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH):

Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Florida, has served the citizens of Manatee, Sarasota and surrounding counties for over 70 years. Part of the Manatee Healthcare System, the hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval. The 295-bed hospital with over 800 physicians, residents and allied health professionals, offers advanced healthcare services in a caring and compassionate environment. Services include cardiac care and cardiovascular medicine, emergency care for all ages, surgery services — including robotic‑assisted surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System, a weight‑loss program, orthopedic services, outpatient and inpatient radiology and rehabilitation, respiratory care, sleep, oncology, wound care and women’s and children’s services. Manatee Memorial Hospital also offers a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for babies with special needs.

Position Summary

The Cook is responsible for the preparation and cooking of food items for patients, cafeteria and catering, with emphasis on quality. Follows strict sanitation guidelines set up by the State of Florida Health Department. Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times. Other duties as assigned.

Job Information

• This opportunity is for a full-time Cook position with Nutrition Services
• Minimum one (1) year of cooking experience, required
• Prepares and garnish food for patients, cafeteria, and catering services, following standardized recipes
• Exhibits equipment utilization/safety, organization, and planning of production in food preparation to meet menu expectations
• Follows appropriate menu and production guide for food
• Maintains food temperatures through entire preparation cycle
• Cleans all work spaces, ovens, fryers, grill, steam kettle, refrigerators, and stove following the posted cleaning schedule
• Follows the regulations required by the State, Medicare, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory organization

MMH offers comprehensive benefits such as:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500 corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, required
• ServSafe Certification or other related food handler certification, preferred

EEO Statement

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