Cook; Dietary - Part Time

DIETARY COOK – Full Time & Part-Time Positions Available

Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare is a residential treatment facility serving adolescent males ages 12‑17 with intellectual disabilities, psychiatric disorders, and behavioral problems. It has been a part of the Staunton, Virginia community for more than 18 years, providing treatment, education, rehabilitation, recreation, cultural exposure, and a safe environment.

• Rotating schedule during the hours of 5:30 am – 6:30 pm.
• Facility open 24/7/365.
• Required to work every third weekend.

The Cook will prepare healthy and appealing food for residents, staff, and guests, providing Service Excellence while 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.
• Has knowledge of equipment usage including (not an all‑inclusive list): stoves, ovens, steamer, fryer, grill, electric mixer, dish‑washing machines, microwave, food charts.

• 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 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.

• High school education or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be able to read and write.

Benefits information:

• 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

Pay is hourly (bi‑weekly) and is commensurate with education and experience.

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.

About Universal Health Services:
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. UHS has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

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