PRN Hospital Cook: Patient Meals & Diet Support

UHS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Challenging work environment

Career development opportunities

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Job summary

Universal Health Services (UHS) is seeking a PRN Cook to assist in providing quality meals and nutritional services to patients and staff at Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire. The role emphasizes accurate meal preparation and adherence to safety guidelines in a hospital setting.

The position supports inpatient and outpatient meals, with responsibilities including delivering trays, maintaining clean dining areas, and coordinating modified diets with dietitians.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience in quantity cooking preferred.
• Food Service Food Handler’s permit.
• CPR and Handle With Care certifications; certifications may be obtained during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of patient meals, delivering food tray to units as needed.
• Ensure that the cafeteria and dining room remain clean and in adherence to all safety and health standards.
• Accurately prepare food for modified diets, consulting with Dietician as required.
• Adhere to standards for food temperatures during cooking, serving and storage of leftovers.

Skills

Cooking experience

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Universal Health Services (UHS) is seeking a PRN Cook to assist in providing quality meals and nutritional services to patients and staff at Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire. The role emphasizes accurate meal preparation and adherence to safety guidelines in a hospital setting.

The position supports inpatient and outpatient meals, with responsibilities including delivering trays, maintaining clean dining areas, and coordinating modified diets with dietitians.