Cook Assistant

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a Cook Assistant to perform a variety of cooking duties, including preparing hot and cold foods, handling leftovers, testing new recipes, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. The role requires following production guides and maintaining HACCP logs.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and prior food prep experience in a high-volume setting, and will work under general supervision to support a collaborative food service team in a hospital

Qualifications

• Food prep experience in a foodservice operation, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Works under general supervision and follows department procedures.

Responsibilities

• Completes and maintains all job performance requirements and standards as established by department procedures.
• Assembles salads, sandwiches, and hot foods according to production guides.
• Cleans and sanitizes work area and equipment; maintains HACCP and production logs.
• Interacts professionally with customers, patients, visitors and co-workers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food prep

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description - Cook Assistant (974015)

Job Description

Cook Assistant - ( 974015 )

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort‑Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort‑Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Works under general Supervision. Perform a variety of cooking duties, including preparing of hot and cold food items, handling leftovers, testing new recipes, and cleaning the kitchen.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Preferred

• Education
  High School Diploma Or equivalent
  
• Experience
  Food prep experience in a foodservice operation, preferably in a high‑volume environment, preferred.
  

JOB DUTIES

• Completes and maintains all job performance requirements and standards as established by department specific procedures.
• Consistently follows production guides, menu and assembles food, supplies and equipment for daily preparation of salads, sandwiches. Consistently assembles hot food items as needed.
• Supports teamwork and cooperation with co‑workers in daily activities; presents constructive feedback regarding system failures and participates in resolution.
• Interacts positively and courteously with all customers (patients, visitors, vendors and co‑workers in other departments) through direct interaction, telephone conversations or written materials.
• Maintains HACCP & production logs. Properly temps food and documents information. Turns in logs daily to proper location.
• Detects and reports spoiled or unattractive food or defective supplies or unusual conditions.
• Follows procedures for sanitation of work area and equipment during food production. Cleans and sanitizes work area and equipment at end of shift.
• Consistently cooks or bakes food according to recipe. Assist Cook position as needed with cooking and prepping items.
• Maintain established department goal for Press Ganey of 95.
• Maintain a minimum score of 90 on Health Inspections
• Maintain a minimum score of 90 on quarterly Gold Check
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; gender, including sexual harassment; age; disability; citizenship; and veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

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