Cook

Job Details Job Location:
South Sound Behavioral Hospital - Lacey, WA Position Type:
Full Time Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly Job Shift:
Day Position Summary

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A Cook

Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?

The Cook is responsible for the preparation and service of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals for patients and facility staff according to the approved menu cycle and production sheets.

• Open the kitchen and ensure organization of daily events.
• Comply with facility and departmental policies and procedures regarding food services offered.
• Follow menus and recipes as provided by the Dietary Manager and Dietician.
• Prepare meals and beverages according to menu cycle and daily production sheet, providing attention to attractive and tasteful meals.
• Accurately prepare food for modified diets, consulting with Dietician as required.
• Complete and prepare meals in a timely manner as prescribed by posted meal times.
• Follow posted cleaning schedule and ensure a clean work area and dining room at all times.
• Document refrigeration and dish machine temperatures according to posted schedules.
• Adhere to standards for food temperatures during cooking, serving and storage of leftovers.
• Maintain walk-in freezer and storerooms in an orderly fashion, and properly date and label all food items.

Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:

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 food handler’s permit as required; experience utilizing industrial kitchen equipment and utensils; and some prior kitchen supervisory experience helpful.

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:

• 401(k) + matching
• Health insurance
• 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 100% company-paid long term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Cafeteria on site
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

What sets us apart:

• Career & training development opportunities
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success
• A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer:
Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of South Sound Behavioral Hospital.

Compensation:

This is an fulltime position and the expected compensation range is $18- $20 hourly. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Cook!

Compensation:

This is an on call role and the expected compensation range is $18- $20 hourly. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Cook!

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service

Welcome to South Sound Behavioral Hospital (SSBH), where passion meets purpose in the realm of mental health and substance use disorder treatment.

Our 138-bed facility located in Lacey, WA, SSBH is the newest behavioral health facility in the area equipped with cutting-edge safety features to ensure a secure and supportive environment for both our employees and our patients. At SSBH, our expert team, including licensed psychiatrists, compassionate nurses, skilled therapists, and adept technicians, is united by a singular commitment — to deliver exceptional care to every individual, regardless of their financial circumstances.

We offer specialized programs to create a haven for patients to embark on their healing journey in utmost comfort.

Join us in our transformative mission to redefine mental healthcare through person-centered care. Here, your unique skills and boundless compassion have the power to make a profound impact on the lives of those in need. If you are ready to contribute to a community that values excellence and empathy, seize this opportunity to apply and become a catalyst for positive…