Lead Cook

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Fort Washington (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Tuition Reimbursement Program and Loan

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

401(K) with company match and stock

Generous Paid Time Off

Career development opportunities with

Job summary

Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Lead Cook to oversee all food production for patients, staff, and visitors. You will supervise dietary staff, ensure high standards of sanitation and safety, and coordinate with the dietary supervisor to meet special dietary needs.

The role emphasizes timely meal preparation, inventory management, and training of new staff. A strong focus on infection control and adherence to policies will be essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• 3–5 years of direct, relevant experience as a lead cook in a professional food service environment.
• SERV Safe Certification (or equivalent food safety certification).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely preparation of meals and oversight of all food production for scheduled meal periods.
• Sweeps and mops floor on a daily basis.
• Complies with established guidelines for sanitation and safety.
• Communicate effectively regarding diet changes, allergies, and meal service special needs.
• Practices safety and infection control procedures when performing duties.
• Wears gloves in accordance with department procedures and change gloves after each task.
• Maintain kitchen inventory; help minimize waste and ensure proper food storage.
• Assist with short-staffed shifts.
• Train new dietary staff and mentor current kitchen staff; provide guidance and support to dietary staff through example.
• Communicate with dietary supervisor.
• Inspect all deliveries for quality and accuracy.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3–5 years of direct, relevant experience as a lead cook in a professional food service environment

SERV Safe Certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Lead Cook prepares food and dessert items and directly oversees all food production for service to patients, staff, and visitors. Lead Cook provides supervision and coordination of dietary staff to maintain high standards of quality food production, safety, sanitation, and service in accordance with established policies and procedures and in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalency required. 3–5 years of direct, relevant experience as a lead cook in a professional food service environment. SERV Safe Certification (or equivalent food safety certification).

COOK JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for timely preparation of meals and oversight of all food production for scheduled meal periods.
• Sweeps and mops floor on a daily basis.
• Complies with established guidelines for sanitation and safety.
• Communicate effectively regarding diet changes, allergies, and meal service special needs.
• Practices safety and infection control procedures when performing duties. Wears gloves in accordance with department procedures and change gloves after each task.
• Maintain kitchen inventory; help minimize waste and ensure proper food storage.
• Assist with short-staffed shifts.
• Train new dietary staff and mentor current kitchen staff; provide guidance and support to dietary staff through example.
• Communicate with dietary supervisor.
• Inspect all deliveries for quality and accuracy.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.

Note: The essential job functions of this position are not limited to the duties listed above.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries.

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. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. 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 all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

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