Cook Dietary Department

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription coverage

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Disability insurance

FSAs & HSAs

Job summary

North Central Surgical Center in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Hospital Cook for our Dietary Department. The role involves food preparation for patients, staff, visitors, and catered events, following strict safety and sanitation guidelines.

A strong background in high-volume food service and team coordination is preferred. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires at least 2 years in hospital or large-scale food service, plus relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of high-volume food service experience in hospital or restaurant.
• Must meet city, county, state and federal certification standards.
• Ability to meet production schedule time standards.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Preview menus to determine types and quantities of food to obtain and prepare.
• Assist in preparing, seasoning, and cooking foods for patients, Cafeteria, and catered functions.
• Ensure that all catered events are set up appropriately.
• Inspect cooking equipment and utensils, maintain cleanliness and proper operation.
• Observe and maintain required sanitation throughout the food preparation process.
• Assist with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Food safety

Time management

Customer service

Communication

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

Required Experience

Qualifications:

• 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