We are searching for an enthusiastic COOK to join our exceptional team at Shift Day in Kirkland, WA.
Growing your career as a Full Time COOK is a terrific opportunity to develop competitive skills.
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Responsibilities Position Summary: The Cook is responsible for the preparation of evening meals for patients, and facility staff in accordance with approved menus cycles and production sheets, providing assistance to the morning cook for lunch service preparation; assists the Dietary Manager with preparing for special functions and other special events that may occur. Diet Aide responsibilities are included as needed for the overall operation of the kitchen.
Fairfax Behavioral Health (a UHS facility): Fairfax Behavioral Health, founded in 1930, is a private, free-standing mental health hospital that specializes in psychiatric and detox treatment. We strive to meet and respond to the needs of our community by offering a continuum of care and evidenced-based programs at multiple locations within our region. We have behavioral health facilities and services located in Kirkland, Everett and Monroe, Washington. Mental and behavioral health challenges are a growing concern within our communities. Whether it is ourselves or a loved one, we will all likely be affected by behavioral health and mental disorders or illness. This drives our passion for providing evidenced-based outpatient and inpatient psychiatric treatment programs with successful outcomes.
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Qualifications Education/Experience:
Must have at least two (2) years experience in quantity cooking, a basic knowledge of modified diets Training in food service sanitation and possession of food service sanitation certification is required Experience utilizing industrial kitchen equipment and utensils Some prior kitchen supervisory experience helpful. The Cook/Dietary Aide is responsible for the preparation of meals for patients and facility staff in accordance with approved menu cycles and production sheets. In addition, the Cook will
Serve meals to all cafeteria customers, clean work area as necessary or assigned, and accepts and reconciles deliveries and puts away stock. Responsible for daily documentation on the food production record including temperature checks on meals and equipment. Capable of ordering, receiving, and properly storing any foods required to maintain the department and able to understand and communicate applicable standards and regulations (e.g. DOH, JCAHO, CMS). Use kitchen equipment such as knives, slicers, mixers, and dishwashers. Knowledge of essential hygiene factors involved in food preparation and knowledge of cleansing products and the appropriate methods of cleansing a variety of surfaces. WHAT DO OUR CURRENT EMPLOYEES VALUE AT THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING AND UHS? Our team at NWSoil mission is to foster the social, emotional, psychological, physical, and intellectual well-being of each child. We believe students must be taught, encouraged, and expected to take responsibility for their choices at school, at home, and within the greater community. Our school work collaboratively with the educational team for appropriate academic levels. Through the services provided, our students can gain the skills necessary to return to their home school districts. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.
BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS: Challenging and rewarding work environment Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Generous Paid Time Off Free Basic Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Universal Health Services (UHS)
One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.' Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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