Hospital Cook II – High-Volume, Patient-Focused

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Health insurance options

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment program

Job summary

Texas Health Denton is hiring a Cook II to support hot and cold production, read and adjust recipes to department standards, and help ensure food quality. You will work in a fast-paced hospital kitchen and follow HACCP guidelines.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, 2 years in high-volume food service, and a Food Handlers Certificate. Strong teamwork and communication are essential; rotates shifts with full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is Preferred.
• 2 Years relevant experience in high volume restaurant, hospital, or Institution Required.
• FHC - Food Handlers Certificate 30 Days Required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all areas of production, including both hot and cold production. Reads and prepares simple or complex recipes to department standards and adjusts recipes for quantity.
• Produce high quality products, maintain food quality, taste, and presentation to meet department standards.
• Suggest menu or recipe changes to minimize waste and ensure freshness before expiration.
• Organize work for maximum productivity by following production sheets and avoiding overproduction.
• Label and date foods per HACCP standards; follow sanitation guidelines and proper temperature checks.
• Maintain clean and orderly kitchen and serving areas, adhering to sanitation and hygiene standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

Skills

Time management

Food prep

Kitchen equipment

Communication

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Texas Health Denton is hiring a Cook II to support hot and cold production, read and adjust recipes to department standards, and help ensure food quality. You will work in a fast-paced hospital kitchen and follow HACCP guidelines.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, 2 years in high-volume food service, and a Food Handlers Certificate. Strong teamwork and communication are essential; rotates shifts with full-time schedule.