COOK (FULL AND PART TIME)
About The Position
The Cook prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and corporate standards, guidelines, regulations, policies, and procedures. The role ensures high-quality food service by preparing food according to standardized recipes and service schedules, meeting portion, presentation, and temperature standards, and following HACCP and safe food-handling practices. The Cook also maintains kitchen cleanliness, stores food and supplies appropriately, operates and cares for kitchen equipment, supports production planning and record keeping, and assists with ordering and receiving supplies. The position is at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Sunnyvale, Texas. Full-time and part-time schedules are available, with days and hours that may vary. Availability for opening and closing shifts and rotating weekends is required.
Requirements
- Prior kitchen experience.
- Knife skills.
- Ability to read and follow tickets or orders.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Availability to work opening and closing shifts.
- Availability to work rotating weekends.
Responsibilities
- Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions, meeting production, delivery, and service schedules.
- Serve meals or prepare them for delivery using correct portions and standards, ensuring appropriate temperatures and attractive, tasty presentation; taste prepared food items.
- Use established ticket collection procedures during service and maintain records for the work area during service periods.
- Clean the kitchen after preparation and service, maintaining high cleanliness standards; store or discard excess food according to safe food-handling procedures.
- Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and orderly, and store food and supplies according to standards.
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
- Assist with production planning, record keeping, and reporting as required.
- Assist with ordering and receiving food and supplies as required.
- Immediately report needed maintenance, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor.
- Attend in-service and safety meetings.
- Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.
- Work safely and maintain a clean, safe work environment, including personal commitment to the safety of others.
- Ensure proper presentation, portion control, and serving temperatures, and follow HACCP standards.
- Follow company policies and procedures, including wearing appropriate cut-resistant gloves when handling knives and specified equipment, protective gloves when handling hot items, and slip-resistant shoes; use proper lifting techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary benefits including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- For full-time positions: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Associates may be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
- Training
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
