Cook | Dietary Department

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and RX

Life and AD&D coverage

Disability (short/long term)

401(k) retirement planning

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

North Central Surgical Center in Dallas, TX is seeking a Hospital Cook in the Dietary Department for a full-time role. The ideal candidate will prepare meals for patients, employees, visitors, and catered events following safety and sanitation guidelines.

The position requires at least 2 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, alignment with city/state/federal standards, and the ability to work to production schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related kitchen experience in high-volume settings.
• Must meet city/state/federal food safety standards and certifications.
• Ability to work to production schedules and timelines.
• Experience with from-scratch food preparation is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for patients, staff, visitors, and catered events.
• Preview menus and determine quantities to prepare.
• Assist with cooking, seasoning, and plating to quality standards.
• Ensure sanitation and clean, safe equipment operation.
• Support department upkeep and inventory as needed.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Certifications

Time management

From-scratch cooking

Equipment knowledge

Communication skills

Customer service

Independent judgment

Job description

North Central Surgical Center is a highly successful, Baylor Scott & White affiliated hospital located in Dallas, TX. We partner with the very best team members and medical staff in the area. We are a surgical focused hospital that performs over 12,000 procedures per year.
FACTS ABOUT NORTH CENTRAL: Opened in 2005, 14 Operating Rooms and 30 Medical/Surgical Patient Rooms. We are conveniently Located at Walnut Hill & 75 in the prestigious NorthPark area Specialties include: Orthopedics, Spine, General Surgery, Pain Management, Urology, GI/Endoscopy, Plastic, Podiatry and Bariatric surgeries. Managed by United Surgical Partners International Joint Commission Accredited
North Central Surgical Center is currently seeking a Hospital Cook in the Dietary Department for a full-time opportunity. The ideal candidate is trained in food preparation and production, prepares food for patients, employees, visitors and catered functions and will follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.

• Preview menus to determine types and quantities of food be obtained and prepared.
• Assist in preparing, seasoning, and cooking foods for patients, Cafeteria. Catering and any other duties as required.
• Ensure that all catered events are set up appropriately.
• Inspect cooking equipment and utensils, maintain cleanliness and proper operation.
• Observe and maintain required levels of sanitation throughout the food preparation process. Ensure that all foods meet standards for quality, freshness, taste, and appearance.
• Assists with the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
  

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a high volume restaurant, hospital, or Institution preferred
• Meet all city, county, state and federal certification standards
• Ability to meet time standards required by production schedule
• Preferably, 3+ years and extensive knowledge of food preparation from scratch
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
• Good Communication and Organizational Skills
• Customer Service/Relationship
• Ability to exercise independent judgment
  

As an organization, we provide employees with the resources, tools, and support to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible. One way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation