Cook - Full-Time | Day/Evening Shift

White Rock Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Voluntary benefits (STD, LTD)

Job summary

White Rock Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a compassionate kitchen team member to join our hospital dining services. You will prepare menu items according to standard recipes, maintain equipment, and uphold sanitary standards in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment.

The role emphasizes safety, HIPAA awareness, and professional conduct. Previous experience in high-volume kitchen settings and a city/state food service license are preferred; culinary training is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume restaurant or hospital kitchen environments preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Culinary training degree preferred.
• Current city/state food service/sanitation license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares menu items according to standard recipes.
• Maintains equipment in kitchen to standard.
• Maintains kitchen area to sanitary standards.
• Completes tasks on duty while adhering to safety policies.
• Complies with HIPAA guidelines and hospital policies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary training degree

Job description

Description

White Rock Medical Center is a community-based hospital located near the historic White Rock Lake community, that serves the Dallas, Garland, Mesquite and surrounding areas. We specialize in a wide range of services including comprehensive medical/surgical care, bariatric, cardiology, outpatient and emergency medicine.

Our mission is to deliver exceptional healthcare with compassion and excellence.

White Rock Medical Center is seeking compassionate, care-minded individuals to join our company and make a difference. As a member of the White Rock Medical Center team, you can advance your skills while working in a supportive and patient focused environment.

Why join White Rock Medical Center?

• Competitive salary and benefits/Company 401(k)
• Employee programs and events.
• Paid Time Off and 5 Company Holidays with 2 Floating Holidays
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, etc.

Essential Functions

• Prepares menu items according to standard recipes
• Maintains equipment in kitchen to standard
• Maintains kitchen area to state required sanitary standards
• Completes all tasks on duty while adhering to safety standards and policies of the hospital
• Completes continuing education credits as needed
• Serves meals to hospital staff, and guests when volume requires

Behavioral Standards:

• Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints, and questions; displays a positive attitude.

Communication/Knowledge:

• Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer’s and co-worker’s time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.

Collaboration/Teamwork

1. Attends staff meetings; follows HIPAA guidelines; follows patient rights policy; complies with the compliance program; demonstrates knowledge of role in a disaster; demonstrates knowledge of fire and fire drill procedures; working knowledge of hospital emergency codes; always utilizes standard precautions in the clinical setting; safely manages the environment of care by demonstrating a working knowledge of the requirements of the: Life Safety program, Utilities Management program, Hazardous Materials program, Emergency Preparedness program, Safety Management program, Medical Equipment Management program, Security Management program.

Requirements

Experience

• High volume restaurant or medical center environment preferred.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Culinary training degree preferred

Licensure/Certifications

• Current city/state food service/ sanitation license