Part Time Dietary Services (Cook) Opportunity

The cook is responsible for the preparing and serving foods to patients and personnel. All policies and procedures, menus, recipes and guidelines are followed to provide accurate quality and quantities of foods. Particularly important is infection control/sanitation/safety standards as well as professionalism in demeanor, attitude and service to patients and staff.

When assigned to the late shift, may assume general supervision of the department though the dinner meal. In occasional absences of director, may be responsible for department. Follows and abides by company policies, procedures, and Corporate Compliance Program, as applicable to role and responsibilities.

The Ridge Behavioral Health System is a 110-bed hospital located in the heart of the Bluegrass, Lexington, KY. The Ridge provides psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. The Ridge offers Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient Programs, Individual Counseling, as well as Medication Management for all ages. We have provided behavioral health services to over 92 Kentucky counties for more than 39 years.

 What We Offer You:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300 Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Referral Bonus Program
• Close to Hamburg & I-75
• Free parking on premises
• Free meal with each shift

Attributes of a successful employee:

• An understanding of mental illness and its effects on an individual
• Ability to interact with individuals of all cognitive levels and various histories of trauma
• Being able to maintain healthy boundaries – we are here to help, not to befriend
• Patience and understanding
• Supportive of teamwork – it takes a village
• A strong understanding of the importance of following rules and policies

If you would like to learn more about this position, please contact Human Resources at (859) 268-6458.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent recommended.

Experience

• One to two years of experience in quantity food preparation. Some formal training or on the job training in food preparation, cooking, and estimating food supplies.

Certifications/Licensure

• Must obtain a food handlers permit.

Other Skills

• Must be thoroughly familiar with foods and preparation methods.
• Must know proper methods and cooking temperatures.
• Must be able to space and time the cooking of items so that their nutritional quality, flavor, and appearance are preserved.

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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