Cook- LBJ Hospital- Full-time

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health is seeking a line cook to prepare meals in a high-volume kitchen at its Houston facilities, following standardized recipes under the supervision of the executive or sous chef.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of food prep experience, and a Food Handlers Certification, with flexibility for weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Qualifications

• Education requirement of High School/GED or three years institutional cooking experience.
• 2 years food preparation experience preferred with high volume capability.
• Food Handlers Certification required.
• Proficiency in operating kitchen equipment listed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food in accordance with standardized recipes and instructions of the executive chef or sous chef.

Skills

Communication skills

Math

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Equipment Operated: oven, steam cookers, meat slicer, deep fat fryer and grillCommunication Skills: writing/composing (correspondence/reports)

About Us

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

Prepares food in accordance with standardized recipes and instructions of the executive chef or sous chef

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School/ GED preferred or three years institutional cooking experience
• Work experience: 2 years food preparation. High volume food preparation preferred.
• License & Certifications: Food Handlers Certification
• Equipment Operated: oven, steam cookers, meat slicer, deep fat fryer and grill
• Communication Skills: writing/composing (correspondence/reports)
• Other Skills: Math
• Work schedule: weekends, Holidays, Flexible, Overtime