Cook I - Room Service

About the role

The Cook I position in the Dining Services Production department at MD Anderson Cancer Center is responsible for preparing and producing high-quality food and beverages for patients, guests, and visitors. This role includes both quantity and made-to-order food preparation while ensuring the quality, freshness, and presentation of all items served through Patient Room Service and Dining Services. The Cook I follows established standards, departmental policies, and procedures, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and safety requirements.

Schedule

1:30 pm – 10:00 pm, with availability for rotating weekends and holidays required.

Responsibilities

Productivity

• Complete all short-order cooking assignments within the assigned venue and ensure tasks are performed on schedule.
• Maintain punctual attendance for all assigned meetings.

Safety & Sanitation

• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment by thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing equipment and work areas daily.
• Perform daily rotation of stored food items using FIFO procedures and promptly report any spoiled or substandard items to the supervisor.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, distribute leftover food according to established procedures, and accurately record all product transactions.
• Conduct daily inventories of leftover items, discarding unusable products and returning or reusing items that remain suitable for use.
• Consistently adhere to the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.

Recipe Compliance

• Prepare food items from standardized recipes with complete accuracy and ensure all items are issued to the venue precisely as required.
• Prepare and inventory assigned food items in bulk.
• Review all computer-generated information for accuracy, reporting findings to the supervisor as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned and demonstrate flexibility to be reassigned to new locations or shifts based on operational needs.
• Participate in cross-training, which may include shift changes or assignments to different areas as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of related experience in a high-volume food service environment (successful completion of the MD Anderson apprenticeship program or 9 months of that program may substitute for up to one year of experience).
• Texas Food Handlers Certification (must be obtained within 30 days of hire).
• Positive attitude, strong time management skills, and commitment to teamwork.
• Ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code (routine reviews and screening may be required).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
• Clear pathways for advancement within MD Anderson.

Pay

Annual salary range: $37,450 (minimum) – $42,725 (midpoint) – $48,000 (maximum). Position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay.

Requisition ID: 184007 | Full-Time, Regular | Work Week: Day/Evening | FLSA: non-exempt | Fund Type: Hard | Work Location: Onsite | Pivotal Position: No | Referral Bonus: No | Relocation Assistance: No