Cook (Part-Time) - Healthcare
Thomas Cuisine · Denver, CO · 2 wk ago
On-siteManagement$21–$21.5/hrPart-time
About the role
The ideal candidate will be mindful of the impact of food service within a clinical setting and committed to supporting a respectful, patient-centered environment.
Responsibilities
- Review menus and assemble all items needed for preparation.
- Follow standard recipes and production sheets to achieve nutritious, high-quality, cost-effective meals.
- Evaluate food preparation and recommends changes to improve operations.
- Follow kitchen opening/closing procedures and handle food and equipment following sanitation and safety practices.
- Assist with training new Food Service personnel.
- Report repairs and maintenance needs to the Supervisor.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Utilize progressive cooking procedures to ensure optimum quality products.
- Utilize appropriate garnishing and food presentation techniques to ensure optimum quality.
- Rotate supplies and maintain an orderly inventory at a minimum per level.
- Ensure the safety of food prepared by following safe sanitary food handling practices—hot food hot and cold food cold.
- Follow specified cleaning procedures for all cooking equipment.
- Utilize proper food storage practices—cover, label, and date.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- Minimum two (2) years of hospital, institutional, or restaurant cooking experience to include food preparation
- Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in safe and effective operation of standard foodservice equipment
- Adaptability
- Strong customer service and oral communication skills
- Strong planning, problem solving, and teamwork skills
- High energy levels and self-motivation
- Multi-tasking abilities
- The ability to work mornings, evenings, holidays, weekends as needed
- ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card
Qualifications
- The ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen
- Physical And Sensory Requirements: Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and a kitchen environment with fumes, airborne particles, and moderate noise. Employees must have the physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift trays, and perform repetitive tasks. Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, extreme temperatures, and vibration may occur.
Skills
- Ability to work mornings, evenings, holidays, weekends as needed
- ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card
Benefits
- Holiday Premium Pay
- 401(k) / Company Match
- Specific hours worked during the first 3-months of employment are required in order to be eligible
- On-Demand Pay
- Referral Bonuses
- A supportive, collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for growth
Pay
$21-$21.50 per hour
Schedule
PM shifts, 11a-7:30p potentially any day of the week. (This position is needed to cover PTO and cook callouts.)