Line Cook

UHS•Portsmouth, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center offers intensive residential treatment services within a secure setting. Our programs are designed to meet the needs of youth ages 7- 17 who are experiencing emotional, psychiatric and educational difficulties. In addition to our general psychiatric programs, we also offer specialty programs for youth with more serious challenges. Harbor Point and its programs are fully accredited by The Joint Commission and the Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Educational Facilities. We are licensed by The Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and the Virginia Department of Education. We are a TRICARE®-approved and certified facility. Harbor Point Behavioral Health Center currently has a Full-time Cook position available.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent preferred, or combination of experience, skills and education.
Two or more years of institutional or restaurant cooking experience required
Must possess valid Virginia Food Handlers Card.
Requires physical exertion to bend, lift, and carry items weighing up to 40lbs; exposed to temperature range -10F to 100F; be able to fit in working space as tight as 24" square; bends, lifts, stands in work areas continuously minimum of four hours at a time; must be able to work with hazardous chemicals.
Must be able to hear and see with accuracy.

Nice To Haves

previous supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares food items as posted on weekly menu and for special functions or as required to accommodate residents, staff and guests.
Ensures department sanitation
Maintains compliance with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)
Inventory and order specific items and assist in ordering in absence of Dietary Manager.
Supervises staff.