Cook Assistant

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Town of Texas, Dallas (WI, TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated food service worker to join their team. This role involves preparing a variety of meals in a high-volume environment, ensuring quality and safety standards are met. You will have the opportunity to work alongside a supportive team, contributing to a culture of excellence and care. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to employee growth, this position offers a rewarding career path in a respected medical center. If you are passionate about food service and customer satisfaction, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume foodservice environment is preferred.
• Ability to follow sanitation procedures and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold food items, handle leftovers, and test new recipes.
• Maintain HACCP and production logs, ensuring food safety standards.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job 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 more. Join the UT Southwestern team and discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

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

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• PPO medical plan, available from day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay
• Paid Time Off, available from day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Food prep experience in a high-volume foodservice environment is preferred

JOB DUTIES

1. Complete and maintain all job performance requirements and standards as established by department procedures.
2. Follow production guides, assemble food, supplies, and equipment for daily preparation of salads, sandwiches, and hot food items as needed.
3. Support teamwork and cooperation with coworkers; provide constructive feedback and participate in problem resolution.
4. Interact positively and courteously with all customers (patients, visitors, vendors, co-workers) through direct interaction, phone, or written communication.
5. Maintain HACCP and production logs; properly temperature food and document information; submit logs daily.
6. Detect and report spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies, or unusual conditions.
7. Follow sanitation procedures for work area and equipment; clean and sanitize at end of shift.
8. Cook or bake food according to recipes; assist with cooking and prep as needed.
9. Maintain department goals for Press Ganey score of 95 and health inspection scores of 90 or above.
10. Perform 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 Statement: UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to providing an equal opportunity environment. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship, or veteran status.