COOK-PRN

Mountain Youth Academy; Mountain City (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Mountain Youth Academy in Mountain City, TN is seeking a full-time Cook to join its Dietary Team. The PRN title indicates flexible shifts; on-site location with potential CPR and Handle with Care training to assist in resident supervision.

You will prepare meals, ensure food safety, collaborate with dietary staff, manage inventories, and maintain kitchen cleanliness while supporting residents’ nutritional needs and department policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid TN Driver's License
• Previous experience as a Cook or in a similar role is preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience working full service culinary operation in cafeteria style.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and dietary guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets.
• 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.

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 that meet the nutritional needs of residents.
• Support the dietary department in inventory management and food ordering.
• Provide excellent service during mealtimes, 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

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Culinary operations

CPR certified

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Mountain Youth Academy (a UHS company) is seeking a PRN Cook to join our Dietary Team.

Position is Full Time

Position Located in Mountain City, TN

Mountain Youth Academy is centrally located near Johnson City, TN, Boone, NC, and Abingdon, VA. We are a 120-bed residential treatment facility and assist in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of behavioural health issues for our young adolescent patients.

Position Summary

Prepares and cooks meals for patients/employees of the facility by performing the following duties. The employee will be trained in Handle with Care (HWC) and CPR certified to assist in the supervision of patients as needed.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• 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 mealtimes, ensuring a positive dining experience for residents.
• Assist with meal preparation tasks as needed.
• Follow all health regulations and company policies regarding food service.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Free meals

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid TN Driver's License
• Previous experience as a Cook or in a similar role is preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience working full service culinary operation in cafeteria style.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and dietary guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets.
• 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.

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