COOK - PRN

Universal Health Services; Ashland City (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Universal Health Services in Ashland City, TN seeks a Cook - PRN as needed to assist in meal preparation and service for residents in a healthcare setting. The role emphasizes adherence to dietary guidelines, food safety, cleanliness, and teamwork with dietary staff.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid ID, with orientation and compliance with health regulations. This PRN role supports the dietary department with inventory and lunch service across shifts.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety practices and guidelines
• Strong time management to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Excellent communication with staff and residents

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals according to dietary guidelines.
• Ensure food safety standards are met during food handling and preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and dining areas.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to plan menus meeting residents' nutritional needs.
• Support the dietary department in inventory management and food ordering.
• Provide excellent service during meal times, ensuring a positive dining experience for residents.
• Assist with meal preparation tasks as needed.
• Follow all health regulations and company policies regarding food service.

Skills

Food safety

Time management

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Cook - PRN as needed

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals according to dietary guidelines.
• Ensure food safety standards are met during food handling and preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen and dining areas.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to plan menus that meet the nutritional needs of residents.
• Support the dietary department in inventory management and food ordering.
• Provide excellent service during meal times, ensuring a positive dining experience for residents.
• Assist with meal preparation tasks as needed.
• Follow all health regulations and company policies regarding food service.

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

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Driver's License or valid photo state ID.
• Must be the age of 21 years old or over.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and food guidelines.
• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with staff and residents.
• Must attend the two-week orientation classes, Monday through Friday.

***This role requires a successful background check, fingerprinting and employment verification***

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.