Cook - Hospice Inpatient Unit

UnitedHealth Group; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Baptist Reynold's Hospice House is seeking a Cook who will prepare meals for patients and families, follow dietary guidelines, and support the care team with food service around the clock in a compassionate, home‑like setting.

Maintain a clean, safe kitchen, coordinate with nursing staff, handle events, and communicate openly to meet nutrition needs while upholding confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with others as an effective team builder and team player
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, set priorities, organize work, and make independent decisions
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building abilities

Responsibilities

• Follow dietary guidelines and accommodate special events or requests as assigned
• Maintain and operate a clean, safe, sanitary kitchen and dining room environment
• Stock and organize food and snacks in designated areas
• Communicate regularly with nursing staff and care teams to support patient dietary needs
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Autonomy

Initiative

Job description

Explore opportunities with Baptist Reynold's Hospice House, a part of LHC Group. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Cook, you will prepare and serve meals to patients and families with care and attention to dietary needs, ensuring food is available 24/7. You maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment, operate equipment properly, and follow all food safety and sanitation procedures. You will also support patient care by coordinating with staff, attending to special events, and keeping open communication with the care team.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Follow dietary guidelines and accommodate special events or requests as assigned
• Maintain and operate a clean, safe, sanitary kitchen and dining room environment
• Stock and organize food and snacks in designated areas
• Communicate regularly with nursing staff and care teams to support patient dietary needs
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work with others as an effective team builder and team player

• Skilled as establishing/maintaining working relationships

• Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, set priorities, organize work, and make independent decisions

• Excellent communication skills

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $14.00 to $23.30 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidatesare required topass a drug test before beginning employment.