Cook (Dietary) - Full Time
Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare, Staunton, VA, United States
Responsibilities
Rotating schedule during the hours of 5:30 am – 6:30 pm (full‑time and part‑time positions)
Facility is open 24/7/365
Required to work every third weekend
PRN position: work as needed during hours of need (5:30 am – 6:30 pm)
The Cook will prepare healthy and appealing food for residents, staff, and guests, while maintaining service excellence and following the menu plan.
Prepares meals in accordance with the menu and ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods in a safe and sanitary manner
Assumes responsibility for proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality and reduce cost
Sets up food service line and workstations with the needed condiments and ensures all required condiments and garnishes are served with the appropriate foods
Assists in prep for the following day’s menu
Keeps stock room, coolers, freezers, walk‑ins and all hot boxes clean; ensures that all foods are properly labeled, dated and stored appropriately
Maintains kitchen cleanliness and proper food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements and departmental procedures
Keeps food waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques and procedures
Knows how to use kitchen equipment (stoves, ovens, steamer, fryer, grill, electric mixer, dish washing machines, microwave, food charts)
Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire
Must be able to meet all training requirements
Must possess physical stamina to stand the majority of the shift and to lift and move equipment and supplies
Physical demands require dexterity, good vision, ability to walk, stoop, bend and be able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally
Previous cooking experience required; previous hospital/ school cafeteria experience is helpful
Must reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
Education
High school education or equivalent is preferred
Must be able to read and write
Benefits for FULL‑TIME employees
https://benefits.uhsguest.com/
Home/Work Life Balance
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug plans
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending or Health Savings Account
Generous Paid Time Off
Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
Free meals!
Company stock purchase discount
Employee Assistance Program
Drug‑free Workplace
Liberty Point is a drug‑free and alcohol‑free workplace. A pre‑hire drug screen, pre‑hire background checks, and education verification are required of all new employees.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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Rotating schedule during the hours of 5:30 am – 6:30 pm (full‑time and part‑time positions)
Facility is open 24/7/365
Required to work every third weekend
PRN position: work as needed during hours of need (5:30 am – 6:30 pm)
The Cook will prepare healthy and appealing food for residents, staff, and guests, while maintaining service excellence and following the menu plan.
Prepares meals in accordance with the menu and ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods in a safe and sanitary manner
Assumes responsibility for proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality and reduce cost
Sets up food service line and workstations with the needed condiments and ensures all required condiments and garnishes are served with the appropriate foods
Assists in prep for the following day’s menu
Keeps stock room, coolers, freezers, walk‑ins and all hot boxes clean; ensures that all foods are properly labeled, dated and stored appropriately
Maintains kitchen cleanliness and proper food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements and departmental procedures
Keeps food waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques and procedures
Knows how to use kitchen equipment (stoves, ovens, steamer, fryer, grill, electric mixer, dish washing machines, microwave, food charts)
Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire
Must be able to meet all training requirements
Must possess physical stamina to stand the majority of the shift and to lift and move equipment and supplies
Physical demands require dexterity, good vision, ability to walk, stoop, bend and be able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally
Previous cooking experience required; previous hospital/ school cafeteria experience is helpful
Must reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
Education
High school education or equivalent is preferred
Must be able to read and write
Benefits for FULL‑TIME employees
https://benefits.uhsguest.com/
Home/Work Life Balance
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug plans
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending or Health Savings Account
Generous Paid Time Off
Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
Free meals!
Company stock purchase discount
Employee Assistance Program
Drug‑free Workplace
Liberty Point is a drug‑free and alcohol‑free workplace. A pre‑hire drug screen, pre‑hire background checks, and education verification are required of all new employees.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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