COOK NUTRITION SERVICES (FT VARIED)

Society of Critical Care Medicine; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Health Specialty Hospital in Las Vegas is seeking a full-time cook to prepare meals for patients, staff and visitors. You will ensure timely service, follow standardized recipes, and maintain sanitation standards in an inpatient setting.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably formal training in institutional cooking, plus a Food Handler Safety Card. Previous hospital kitchen experience is preferred, with a focus on safety and patient-centered service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Graduate from a formal school specializing in institutional cooking preferred.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Current Southern Nevada Health District Food Handler Safety Training Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season and cook food for patients, employees, physicians and visitors in a timely manner.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate from formal school specializing in institutional cooking

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.

Benefit 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.

Qualifications

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