Cold Prep Cook (full-time)

Thomas Cuisine; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food service sector is seeking a Cold Prep Cook to join their dynamic team. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and a supportive work environment focused on the healing power of whole foods. You will be responsible for preparing meals, ensuring quality and safety standards, and working collaboratively within a team. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and attention to detail, thriving in a fast-paced kitchen setting. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and make a meaningful impact through your culinary skills.

Benefits

Free Employee Assistance Program

On-Demand Pay

Employee referral program

Holiday Premium Pay

401k eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or customer service preferred.
• Knowledge of foodservice equipment safety and operation.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals/snacks per recipes, maintaining sanitation.
• Ensure presentation and adherence to dietary restrictions.
• Follow food safety procedures and store leftovers properly.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Foodservice equipment

Job description

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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

• Pay: $22 an hour
• Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 11:00am - 7:30pm (Friday & Saturday OFF)
• Benefits include: Free Employee Assistance Program, On-Demand Pay, Employee referral program, Holiday Premium Pay, 401k eligibility

The Cold Prep Role requires a friendly, outgoing person with effective communication skills and attention to detail. The employee should work well independently and as part of a team, with flexibility to work mornings, evenings, holidays, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve meals/snacks per recipes, measuring and assembling ingredients, maintaining sanitation
• Ensure presentation and adherence to dietary restrictions
• Follow food safety procedures, store leftovers properly
• Understand weights, measures, and recipe conversions
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas
• Work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Work independently, identify tasks proactively

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in healthcare or customer service preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of foodservice equipment safety and operation
• Adaptability, customer service skills, teamwork, problem-solving
• Ability to pass background checks and provide work authorization documents

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• Mobility for extensive standing and walking
• Lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs, pushing hot boxes up to 50 lbs
• Bending, stooping, manual dexterity, visual and auditory acuity
• Exposure to temperature variations, sensory assessment of food

At Thomas Cuisine, we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued.