Cook at Community Behavioral Health Center

Job Description

Job Description

Who We Are

Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day.

Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".

What’s in it for you

Joining our team offers you access to supportive colleagues, cutting-edge learning technologies, employee wellness benefits, and more.

Benefits :

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with several plan options to choose from!
• Generous Paid Time Off and Leave Programs.
• Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, behavioral health assistance, and more.

Wage range : $21.00 / hr

Your Impact

In the hospital kitchen, the presence of a skilled cook, masterfully crafting real and thoughtful dishes, has a profound impact on the dining experience.

The alluring aroma not only provides physical nourishment to customers and patients but also imparts comfort, caring, and joy to patient recovery.

Job Specific Duties

• Reviews menus and assembles all items needed for preparation.
• Follows standard recipes and production sheets to achieve nutritious, high-quality, cost-effective meals.
• Evaluates food preparation and recommends changes to improve operations.
• Follows kitchen opening / closing procedures and handles food and equipment following sanitation and safety practices.
• Assists with training new Food Service personnel.
• Reports repairs and maintenance needs to the Supervisor.
• Meets time deadlines for tray line, cafeteria service, and catering.
• Utilizes progressive cooking procedures to ensure optimum quality products.
• Utilizes appropriate garnishing and food presentation techniques to ensure optimum quality.
• Follows daily prep and pull schedules as indicated in guidelines.
• Weighs and measures ingredients for the following day's production, keeping food refrigerated as needed and using proper thawing procedures.
• Documents supply acquisitions appropriately, both when ordering and removing items from the storeroom. Rotates supplies and maintains an orderly inventory at a minimum per level.
• Ensures the safety of food prepared by following safe sanitary food handling practices- hot food hot and cold food cold.
• Follows specified cleaning procedures for all cooking equipment. Utilizes proper food storage practices- cover, label, and date.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will need

• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• High School Diploma / GED

Our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food.

Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our healthcare community.

Our commitment to you

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging.

We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

REAL Food Genuine Service Enduring Relationships

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