Part-Time Hospital Cafeteria Cook I — Craft Fresh Meals

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

Matching 401(k)

Career Advancement

Rewards & Recognition Programs

Exclusive Discounts and Perks

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare in Tucson, AZ is seeking a part-time Cook I to support our Cafeteria department at Houghton Hospital. The 20-hour weekly day shift schedule will be determined by departmental needs. The Cook I will prepare and cook meals per established menus, ensuring safety, quality, and a sanitary kitchen environment.

Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, PTO, 401(k) matching, and opportunities for career advancement, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in food preparation or a similar role.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, recipes, and safety standards.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate measurements and adherence to recipes.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with kitchen staff.
• Physical ability to lift and carry heavy items and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food items according to established recipes, production sheets, and portion guidelines, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Reviews menus and secures necessary ingredients from storage, notifying appropriate personnel of shortages or substitutions.
• Cleans, seasons, and cooks a variety of foods while adhering to food safety standards and regulations.
• Measures, mixes, and cooks ingredients in accordance with recipes, tasting finished products to ensure quality.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of cooking equipment and work areas, ensuring compliance with state and local health regulations.
• Records food temperatures during preparation and on the serving line to ensure safety and compliance with food handling standards.
• Participates in serving meals on the tray line, ensuring correct portions and temperatures for hot and cold foods.
• Assists with cleaning and sanitizing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen items as needed.
• Recommends menu or recipe adjustments to the Chef or Sous Chef to improve efficiency or address shortages.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Food prep techniques

Recipe adherence

Safety standards

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

Northwest Healthcare in Tucson, AZ is seeking a part-time Cook I to support our Cafeteria department at Houghton Hospital. The 20-hour weekly day shift schedule will be determined by departmental needs. The Cook I will prepare and cook meals per established menus, ensuring safety, quality, and a sanitary kitchen environment.

Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, PTO, 401(k) matching, and opportunities for career advancement, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and reliability.