Per Diem Dietary Cook — Psychiatric Hospital Kitchen (Free Meal)

Ridge Behavioral Health System; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on premises

Free meal with each shift

Job summary

Ridge Behavioral Health System in Lexington, KY, is seeking a Per Diem/PRN Dietary Cook to support patient meals and staff needs on weekends on a rotating schedule. The role involves preparing and serving meals, following menus, recipes, and safety standards in a psychiatric hospital setting.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of quantity food preparation experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a food handler’s permit. Perks include free parking and a complimentary meal with each shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent recommended.
• Must obtain a food handler’s permit.
• One to two years of experience in quantity food preparation.
• Familiar with foods and preparation methods; aware of proper cooking temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving foods to patients and personnel.
• Follow policies, menus, recipes, and guidelines to provide accurate quality and quantities of food.
• Follow all infection control/sanitation/safety standards.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking temperatures

Cooking methods

Nutrition balance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ridge Behavioral Health System in Lexington, KY, is seeking a Per Diem/PRN Dietary Cook to support patient meals and staff needs on weekends on a rotating schedule. The role involves preparing and serving meals, following menus, recipes, and safety standards in a psychiatric hospital setting.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of quantity food preparation experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a food handler’s permit. Perks include free parking and a complimentary meal with each shift.