Cook II - PRN

Texas Health Resources; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount Programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health HEB in Bedford, TX is seeking a Cook II for PRN, rotating shifts in a fast-paced hospital kitchen. Prepare hot and cold items, read production sheets, and ensure quality and safety standards.

You will label foods per HACCP rules and maintain a clean work area while supporting patient meals and teamwork. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in high-volume food service, a Food Handler certificate within 30 days, and strong communication skills to coordinate with the culinary team and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience required.
• FHC Food Handlers Certificate required within 30 days.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold foods according to recipes and department standards.
• Read production sheets, adjust recipes for quantity.
• Ensure high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
• Label and date foods following HACCP standards and safety guidelines.
• Maintain clean, sanitary kitchen and assist with other duties as needed.

Skills

Time standards

Kitchen equipment

Communication

Independent judgment

Initiative

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Cook II

26007475

Cook II

Bring your passion to Texas Health So We Are Better + Together

Work Location:

Texas Health HEB, 1600 Hospital Pkwy, Bedford, TX 76022

Work Hours:

PRN (as needed) Rotating Shifts

Cook Department Highlights

• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a focus on exceptional patient care.
• We work together to serve our patients with graciousness and courtesy.

Qualifications

Here’s What You Need:

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is Preferred.

Experience

• 2 Years relevant experience in high volume restaurant, hospital, or Institution Required.

Certifications and Licenses

• FHC - Food Handlers Certificate 30 Days Required.

Skills

• Ability to meet time standards required by production schedule.
• Extensive knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and maintenance.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Demonstrate initiative in assuming responsibilities.
• Must be cooperative, discreet and courteous in handling visitors and employees.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for all areas of production, including both hot and cold production. Understands how to read and prepare simple or complex recipes to department standards. Demonstrate ability to adjust recipes for quantity.
• Produce high quality products; utilize creativity and training in producing food items that are aesthetically pleasing and taste appealing. Understand department standards of food quality and recipe taste. Taste food prepared to verify flavor and texture standards. Demonstrates creativity in food presentation in both bulk service and individual plating.
• Suggest menu or recipe changes so food will be used before expiration dates. Demonstrate judgment and creativity in food utilization. Understands menus and recipes.
• Organizes work for maximum productivity; accurately reads, follows, understands production sheets, and avoids over production.
• Labels and dates foods according to HACCP standards. Ability to learn HACCP sanitation guidelines and follow for safe food handling. Knows and performs proper procedure for taking and recording temperatures of food items, both raw and cooked and refrigerated units. Demonstrates and performs procedures when temperatures are inadequate according to standards. Understands the FIFO system of food production. Ability to follow / learn OSHA safety guidelines and safe knife skills.
• Employee maintains kitchen and serving areas in a clean, neat, and orderly manner to exceed both department and TDH sanitation standards in both department sanitation and personal hygiene. Follows clean as you go as well as proper hand hygiene.
• Performs other job duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

Additional Perks Of Being a Texas Health PRN Employee

Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.

Delivery of high-quality patient care

Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).

A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Texas Health HEB Highlights

Texas Health HEB is a 322-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital serving our community since 1973. Our location in the DFW mid cities area provides convenient care to the residents of Hurst, Euless, Bedford, and the surrounding communities.

We specialize in women’s services, perioperative services, heart and vascular care, acute care/med surg, intermediate care/step-down, oncology, behavioral health, and emergency medicine. Additional specialties include nuclear medicine, interventional radiology, respiratory therapy, and neuroscience care, including neurosurgery and stroke.

Texas Health HEB is ANCC Magnet Designated, Joint Commission-certified in Chest Pain (PHAC), a Primary Stroke Center, a Level III Trauma Center, Level II NICU and Level III for maternal care. We’re a top choice in North Texas for emergency services, surgical services, women’s health, cardiac care and much more.

As part of the Texas Health family and its 28,000+ employees, we’re one of the largest employers in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch, and our benefits are equally outstanding. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we improve the health of the people in our communities every day. You belong here!

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