COOK NUTRITION SERVICES (FT VARIED)

The Valley Health System; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Health Specialty Hospital in Las Vegas is seeking a dedicated cook responsible for the timely preparation, seasoning and cooking of meals for patients, staff, physicians and visitors in a hospital setting. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and graduates from an institutional cooking program are encouraged.

Prior food service experience is preferred, and candidates must hold the Southern Nevada Health District Food Handler Safety Training Card.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Graduate from formal institutional cooking program preferred.
• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Current Southern Nevada Health District Food Handler Safety Training Card.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely preparation, seasoning and cooking of food for patients, employees, physicians and visitors.
• Performs similar or related duties in a hospital kitchen setting.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Institutional cooking program

Job description

Responsibilities

Valley Health Specialty Hospital is the first orthopedic surgery and inpatient rehabilitation facility in the Las Vegas area. The Valley Health Specialty Hospital is the first of its kind to offer both specialty orthopedics and inpatient rehab in one location.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Comprehensive education and training center
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career opportunities within VHS and UHS Subsidies

Benefits Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Comprehensive education and training center
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career opportunities within VHS and UHS Subsidies

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.

Job Description

Responsible for the timely preparation, seasoning and cooking of food for patients, employees, physicians and visitors. Performs similar or related duties.

Shift: FULL TIME VARIED

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Graduate from a formal school specializing in institutional cooking preferred.

Experience

Previous experience preferred.

License/Certification

Current Southern Nevada Health District Food Handler Safety Training Card.

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.

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.