Cook I – Patient Dining Specialist (Evenings, Rotating Weekends)

MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO and EIB leave accruals

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a Cook I for the Dining Services Production team. You will prepare high-quality foods for patients and guests, follow recipes, and manage inventory with FIFO. Shift is 1:30pm–10:00pm, with rotating weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities include maintaining sanitation, portioning accurately, and collaborating with the team. Requirements: high school diploma and 1 year in a high-volume food service; Texas Food Handlers Certification within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of related experience in a high-volume food service environment.
• Texas Food Handlers Certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• MD Anderson apprenticeship program or 9 months completion can substitute for 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete all short-order cooking assignments within the venue and maintain punctual attendance.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work areas and properly rotate stored items using FIFO.
• Prepare and inventory food items from standardized recipes and review computer-generated information for accuracy.
• Demonstrate flexibility for reassignment to different locations or shifts and participate in cross-training.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a Cook I for the Dining Services Production team. You will prepare high-quality foods for patients and guests, follow recipes, and manage inventory with FIFO. Shift is 1:30pm–10:00pm, with rotating weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities include maintaining sanitation, portioning accurately, and collaborating with the team. Requirements: high school diploma and 1 year in a high-volume food service; Texas Food Handlers Certification within 30 days of hire.