Cook - PRN

Lancaster, PA; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a dedicated Food Service Cook focused on providing quality meal service to patients, employees, and visitors. This role involves meal preparation, adherence to safety standards, and direct engagement with patients in a supportive health environment. Opportunities for career development and a robust benefits package are included.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

Robust tuition reimbursement

401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of food service experience required.
• Ability to follow recipes and safety regulations.
• Capable of engaging with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menu for patients and staff.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and serving line.
• Record food temperatures and ensure safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Food Safety

Preparation

Culinary Skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Responsibilities

Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital (LBHH) is a 126-bed, inpatient psychiatric hospital and start-up joint venture between Lancaster General Health/Penn Medicine and Universal Health Services.

In addition to a general adult unit and dedicated adolescent unit, the facility offers services for treating those with co-occurring disorders on the psychiatric-medical unit, an intensive adult unit to care for those with severe conditions, as well as a women’s trauma unit.

How will you make a difference at LBHH?

Food Service Cooks prepare meals as outlined on the menu for patients, employees, medical staff and visitors to deliver quality and delicious meals.

Food Service Cooks are responsible for completing the following duties and tasks:

• Take and record food temperatures at mealtime. Follow recipes and directions as indicated.
• Properly clean work area and take down and clean serving line promptly after meals.
• Accept and reconcile deliveries and put away stock in a timely manner.
• Follow hospital safety regulations when operating department equipment.
• Follow safety regulations regarding water temperature and sanitization procedures. Record temperature of refrigerator.
• Consistently engages and interacts with our patients and their families by using the treatment principles of Trauma Responsive Care.

What do our current staff value at LBHH?

• An environment that puts patient care first.
• One of the most rewarding aspects of working as an LBHH employee is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times.
• Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career.
• There are very robust continuing education options with LBHH.
• Supportive and responsive leadership.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

What’s in it for me?

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• Robust tuition reimbursement
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• An opportunity to make a difference every single day.

Qualifications

What Does LBHH Require for this Role?

• High School Diploma/GED
• One year of Food Service experience

What Happens Next?

After you apply online and submit your resume, a member of our HR team will review your qualifications and experience. If we are interested in scheduling an interview, our HR team will reach out to you. You may log back on to this website to check the status of your application at any time.

Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital: Treatment. Compassion. Hope. Today, tomorrow and always.

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