Food Svcs - Cook I

Job Title & Specialty Area: Cook I

Department: Food Svcs

Location: Dallas

Shift: Monday

• Friday 6am-2:30pm Rotating weekend

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:

Prepare food for service (i.e. chopping vegetables/fruits, slicing meats, or preparing recipes) and may need to follow recipes. Assist the Cook II with VIP/Special menu items as needed. Answer, report, and follow directions from the Cook II.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately and efficiently prepare food items for room service operations, cafeteria, physician's dining, and catering as needed

• Review menus and catering orders to determine type and quantities of foods to be prepared.

• Assist in preparing, seasoning and cooking foods utilizing proper cooking methods and techniques for all food service customers.

• Assist with food station setups in Catering, Patient Services, Production and Retail Dining appropriately to ensure timely delivery of products.

• Maintain cleanliness and proper operation of all kitchen equipment.

• Observe and maintain required sanitary levels throughout the food preparation process; ensure that foods meet standards for quality, freshness, taste and appearance.

How You'll Be Successful:

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Less than 1-year previous experience in food services Preferred

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED Preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Obtain Food Handlers Certification within 30 days of hire, and maintain current status thereafter Required

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits

• How We'll Care for You:

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.

• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure

• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

• Caregiver Leave

• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.