LEAD COOK - Full Time

UHS•Summit, NJ

11h

About The Position

Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126 bed, private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, located in a picturesque suburban setting, fully accredited (by the Joint Commission), has been providing quality health care to adult, child and adolescent northeastern USA residents, since 1902.Summit Oaks has repeatedly been recognized in U.S. News & World Report, as one of the nation's best behavioral health hospitals. Position Summary: The Lead Cook prepares food, and dessert items and directly oversees all food production for service to patients, staff and visitors. The Lead Cook provides supervision and coordination of dietary staff to maintain high standards of quality food production, safety, sanitation and service in accordance with established policies and procedures and in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Summit Oaks Hospital. Responsible for the department operations during the Directors absence. Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), Summit Oaks Hospital's parent company, 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 81,00 0employees. 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 our responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion. 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.

Requirements

High School Graduate/GED - Preferred
3-5 years of relevant experience
Serv Safe Certification - Required
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Responsible for timely preparation of meals and oversight of all food production for scheduled meal periods.
Plans, directs, and coordinates the Dietary Department to provide Food Service for all residents and staff.
Performs purchasing, receiving, storage, food production according to departmental standards.
Coordinates menu planning for special functions and parties. Complete set up and carry through of special functions.
Supervises cooks and food service workers.
Trains and directs employees using in-service training, on the job training and provide opportunity for employee’s advancement continuing education programs. Assists with evaluation to ensure competency.
Ensures all special diets are prepared and served correctly.
Demonstrates excellent customer service as evidenced by supportive and helpful behavior. Shows courtesy, compassion, sensitivity and respect in interactions with patients, visitors and other staff.
Assists the Director to ensure compliance with attendance and scheduling policy is met by other staff in the department.