Hot Cook - Healthcare

Thomas Cuisine; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Baby Bonding Leave

Paid Elder Care Leave

3 Medical Plans (Blue Cross)

Prescription, Dental, and Vision

Reimbursed Wellness Massages

Voluntary HSA with Company Match

Voluntary FSA

Free Employee Assistance Program (BE)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company \u

Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance

Job summary

Thomas Cuisine in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Hot Cook to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a healthcare environment. You will prepare and cook high-quality meals, maintain food safety and sanitation, and work closely with the culinary team to ensure meals are made with care and attention to detail.

This full-time, first-shift role requires about one year of high-volume production experience and ServSafe/CPFM certification within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Approximately one year of high-volume food production experience or equivalent culinary experience.
• Knowledge of cooking methods, food preparation techniques, and commercial kitchen operations.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and safe food handling practices.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Ability to follow recipes, production schedules, and written instructions with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced food service environment.
• ServSafe®, Certified Professional Food Manager (CPFM), or Accredited Food Handler certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Passion for preparing fresh, high-quality food and delivering exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and quality standards.
• Ensure meals are prepared, portioned, and presented consistently while meeting nutritional and operational requirements.
• Support scratch-made food production using proper cooking techniques and food preparation methods.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Follow daily prep, production, storage, labeling, and inventory procedures.
• Monitor food quality, temperatures, and holding practices to ensure a safe and exceptional dining experience.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas.
• Support meal service, catering activities, and other culinary operations while meeting established timelines.
• Collaborate with team members to promote a positive, efficient, and guest-focused environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety procedures

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Compensation: $23 per hour | Full-Time

Schedule: Friday & Saturday, 5:00a-1:30p; Sunday & Monday, 11:00a-7:30p

Job Summary

We are seeking a Hot Cook to help deliver exceptional dining experiences through fresh ingredients, scratch‑made cooking, and genuine hospitality. In this role, you'll prepare and cook high‑quality meals while maintaining food safety, sanitation, and quality standards in a healthcare environment. Working closely with the culinary team, you'll play an important role in ensuring every meal is prepared with care, consistency, and attention to detail. This opportunity is ideal for a team‑oriented culinary professional who is passionate about food, service, and making a positive impact through REAL food.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes, production schedules, and quality standards.
• Ensure meals are prepared, portioned, and presented consistently while meeting nutritional and operational requirements.
• Support scratch‑made food production using proper cooking techniques and food preparation methods.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Follow daily prep, production, storage, labeling, and inventory procedures.
• Monitor food quality, temperatures, and holding practices to ensure a safe and exceptional dining experience.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas.
• Support meal service, catering activities, and other culinary operations while meeting established timelines.
• Collaborate with team members to promote a positive, efficient, and guest‑focused environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Approximately one year of high‑volume food production experience or equivalent culinary experience.
• Knowledge of cooking methods, food preparation techniques, and commercial kitchen operations.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and safe food handling practices.
• Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Ability to follow recipes, production schedules, and written instructions with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced food service environment.
• ServSafe®, Certified Professional Food Manager (CPFM), or Accredited Food Handler certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Passion for preparing fresh, high‑quality food and delivering exceptional service.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• In this role, you will spend most of your time in offices, patient care areas, and meetings, but periodic kitchen visits are part of your oversight responsibilities. Therefore, this job involves occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts and a kitchen environment with fumes, airborne particles, and moderate noise. Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, extreme temperatures, and vibration may also occur in the kitchen area. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

At Thomas Cuisine, our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well‑being of our healthcare community.

What We Offer!

Life/Work Integration

• Paid Baby Bonding Leave
• Paid Elder Care Leave
• 3 Medical Plans (Blue Cross)
• Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Reimbursed Wellness Massages (Portion of cost)
• Voluntary HSA with Company Match
• Voluntary FSA
• Free Employee Assistance Program (Behavioral Health Support)
• Access to Wellness Initiatives (Fitness Memberships, etc.)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and/or child(ren) Life Insurance, with AD&D

Plus

• A supportive, collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for growth

Who We Are

Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award‑winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch‑made cuisine fresh each day. Our people are purposeful, they care about food and quality, and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish, but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well‑being of our growing community.

Our commitment to you

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships

Equal Opportunity Employer

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