Cook Full-time - College cafe

Thomas Cuisine • Saratoga, CA

13h • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Bring your passion for scratch cooking to a team that values fresh ingredients, flavorful meals, and making a daily difference. As a Cook, you’ll help craft delicious, nourishing dishes in a fast-paced kitchen where quality and care come first. What’s in it for you Full-time roles include: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits with several plan options to choose from, provided by Blue Cross. HSA and FSA plan available. Generous Accrued Paid Time Off and Leave programs. 401K Retirement Plan-with company match Voluntary Short-Term Disability Holiday Pay on worked Holidays Life Insurance Employee Referral Bonus Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, behavioral health assistance, and more Hourly rate: $20 Schedule: Several schedule available - Sunday-Thursday 7am-3:30pm - Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm - Sunday-Thursday 9am-5:30pm - Monday-Friday 11am-7:30pm - Sunday-Thursday 9am-5:30pm Location: West Valley - 14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070 Your Impact You can contribute to the team's success and our partners satisfaction. Your commitment to freshness, flavor, and presentation ensures that every meal served reflects the highest standards of quality. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere and maintaining open communication with co-workers. You can leave a lasting impression on guests, enticing them to return for more memorable dining experiences, while also inspiring fellow team members to continually elevate their culinary skills.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm for cooking and learning new techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Walk and stand during the entire shift if needed
• Ability to interact and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, team members.
• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card
• Successful candidates must meet eligibility criteria, including the ability to undergo and complete a criminal background check and drug screen in accordance with applicable State laws and regulations.
• Ability to provide documents for work authorization.
• We utilize E-Verify, an online system that allows us to confirm the eligibility of our employees to work in the United States.
• High School Diploma/GED
• Requires mobility to stand and walk extensively during meal preparation and service.
• Lifting boxes, up to 25 pounds.
• Pushing/Pulling Food Hot Boxes up to 50 pounds.
• Bending and stooping for access to carts, food, trays, and other kitchen equipment.
• Manual dexterity for the use of kitchen utensils and tools.
• Visual acuity for reading menus, labels, and directions.
• Hearing ability to respond to verbal communications.
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures.
• Taste and Smell to assess food quality, freshness, and adherence to dietary requirements.
• Ability to distinguish colors for food presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and Cook: Receive and prepare food orders for staff, visitors, and students.
• Short-Order Cooking: Master the art of short-order cooking with our established techniques to create delicious menu items you have prepped out for the daily menu.
• High-Quality Production: Ensure all food is produced in a high-quality, timely, and consistent manner to meet all menu and customer standards.
• Customer Rapport: Develop rapport with customers while upholding the values and mission of Thomas Cuisine.
• Leadership: Motivate team members with your leadership and supervisory skills.
• Stock Management: Set up and stock the grill station with all necessary supplies.
• Product Handling: Handle, store, and rotate all products in the station or walk-in cooler properly.
• Team Cooperation: Cook and prep menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Proper Techniques: Follow proper techniques and presentation for all dishes.
• Food Safety: Practice correct food handling and storage procedures according to company and state regulations.
• Professional Conduct: Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional approach, communication, and workplace conduct with customers and team.
• Safety Reporting: Report all unsafe working conditions, operational needs, and equipment or aspects of the kitchen in need of repair to management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits with several plan options to choose from, provided by Blue Cross.
• HSA and FSA plan available.
• Generous Accrued Paid Time Off and Leave programs.
• 401K Retirement Plan-with company match
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Holiday Pay on worked Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, behavioral health assistance, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED