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UHS

COOK - PART TIME

Dothan, AL · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

Plans cooking schedule in conjunction with supervisor and / or dietician to ensure that food will be ready at specified times. Confers with dietician and / or supervisor regarding modified diet ...

UHS

COOK - PART TIME

Dothan, AL · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

Plans cooking schedule in conjunction with supervisor and / or dietician to ensure that food will ... UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: PART_TIME

NHS Management, LLC

Cook (Part Time)

Northport, AL

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

We are in search of a Dietary Cook within our growing organization: * To prepare food in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, the facility's established policies and procedures ...

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken

Cook

Jasper, AL

$12.25 - $16.50/hr

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken - Cook Are you looking for a fun and dynamic kitchen where your cooking ... Work Schedule & Environment * Part-time position with on-site work. * Enjoy a fun and enthusiastic ...

Compass Group

COOK (Part Time)

Geneva, AL

$18.25/hr

Geneva. AL * Requirement : 1 year cooking experience * Pay Range : $18.25 per hour Culinary ... BENEFITS FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS * Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to ...

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What is the difference between Part Time Cooks vs Part Time Kitchen Assistants?

AspectPart Time CooksPart Time Kitchen Assistants
CredentialsCooking experience, food safety certificationsBasic food handling, no specialized certifications usually required
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, cateringKitchen support areas, prep stations, cafeterias
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, hotels, catering servicesHospitals, schools, large cafeterias
Common Search & Comparison IntentCooking skills, menu preparationKitchen support, food prep tasks

Part Time Cooks focus on preparing and cooking food, often requiring culinary skills and certifications. In contrast, Part Time Kitchen Assistants support kitchen operations with basic food prep and cleaning tasks. Both roles are essential in food service environments but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

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COOK - PART TIME

UHS

Dothan, AL • On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Universal Health Services rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 253 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

492nd of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Responsibilities
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected health care management companies operating through its subsidiary acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 90,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence, and compassion.
Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center is a 118 bed Acute Psychiatric Hospital and Residential Treatment Center for children and adolescents ages four through eighteen. The 55,000 square foot facility is situated on approximately 10 acres in the southeast corner of Alabama, less than 20 miles from both Florida and Georgia. In addition to the living units, the facility houses the New Day Academy; a state-supported year-round K-12th grade school with vocational opportunities. The hospital employs approximately 195 staff members.
DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
The following description covers the most significant duties performed, but do not exclude other work assignments not mentioned.
  • Reviews menus to determine type and quantities of meats, vegetables and soups to be prepared.
  • Plans cooking schedule in conjunction with supervisor and / or dietician to ensure that food will be ready at specified times. Confers with dietician and / or supervisor regarding modified diet preparation and use of leftovers.
  • Prepares or supervises washing, trimming, cooking, and seasoning of food items for each meal.
  • Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment such as blenders, mixers, grinders, slicers and tenderizers to make sauces, soups, stews, casseroles, entrees and vegetables.
  • Bakes, roasts, broils, and steams meats, fish and other foods.
  • Tests food being cooked by tasting, smelling and/or piercing to determine that it is cooked.
  • Adjusts heat controls and timers on ovens, grills, etc., as required.
  • Procures foodstuffs from refrigerator, freezer or other storage area.
  • Carves portions of meats, fish and fowl for individual serving units. Apportions servings according to menu combinations or orders for patients.
  • Provides assistance on the line such as tray set-up, salad preparation, etc.
  • Maintains cooking area in a clean, neat, and orderly manner.
  • Relates to and cares for the age specific patient population of children, adolescents, and geriatric patients.
  • Attends ALL mandatory training sessions.
  • Successful completion of all applicable demonstrational competencies.
  • All other assigned duties.
Qualifications
  • Must be atleast 21 years of age
  • High School graduate or G.E.D. preferred
  • One year experience in quantity food preparation.
  • Must be able to read, write, make simple calculations and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Must have some formal on-the-job training in food preparation, cooking, estimating quantities of food needs, storage of food supplies, requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
  • Must have knowledge of all kitchen equipment, i.e., meat slicer, convection steamer, gas ovens and ranges, grill and deep fryer.
  • Must be familiar with standardized recipes and food products.
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.
Notice
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.
*UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc. All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware. Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.
UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.

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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

King of Prussia, PA, US

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