Cook II

Cook Children's; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Cook II to join our team. The role involves food preparation, coordination of daily culinary activities, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, 2 years of cooking experience, and effective communication skills. Join us in delivering quality care and nutrition to our patients.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in food preparation in various settings.
• Knowledge of weights and measures for recipe conversions.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Organizing ingredients and preparing food items as assigned.
• Maintaining cleaning and sanitation of equipment and work area.
• Coordinating daily activities with Chef/Sous Chef/Supervisor.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation practices

Mathematical calculations

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Twelve semester hours of food production courses

Job description

The Cook II is responsible for organizing ingredients, planning, preparing the food items in their assigned areas of production and setting up foods by designated times, meeting customer satisfaction goals and expectations. Coordinates with Chef/Sous Chef/Supervisor regarding daily activities. Responsible for maintaining cleaning and sanitation of cooking equipment and work area, and prepping ingredients for next days production needs as assigned.

Education & Experience:

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent certificate.

2 years of experience in food preparation, handling, and presentation of foods in hotel, restaurant, institutional or retail cafeteria setting.

Demonstrated knowledge of weights and measures, perform mathematical calculations used in recipe conversions.

Must be able to follow and relay oral and detailed written instructions, effective verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to perform duties throughout shift that require standing, walking, pushing up to 400# rolling carts, pulling, stooping, lifting up to 50# containers, and withstand extreme temperatures of hot and cold for periods of time.

Twelve semester hours of food production courses preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

Must have valid Ft. Worth Food Handlers Card or obtain within ten working days of hire.

About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen.

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