Sous Chef - Healthcare

Thomas Cuisine; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Baby Bonding Leave

Paid Elder Care Leave

Medical Plans

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Wellness Benefits

401(k) with Match

Life Insurance

Job summary

Thomas Cuisine is hiring a Sous Chef in Phoenix to support the Executive Chef in kitchen operations within a healthcare setting. You will ensure high food quality, safety, and appealing presentation for guests, staff, and visitors, while adhering to dietary guidelines.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years restaurant experience and 1–2 years healthcare exposure, with strong leadership, nutrition knowledge, and food safety expertise. Flexible hours and some weekends/holidays required.

Qualifications

• Three years restaurant experience preferred.
• 1–2 years hospital/healthcare experience a plus.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions, nutrition standards, and food safety regulations.
• Scratch-based cooking preferred.
• Count inventory and place food orders accurately.
• Ability to prepare upscale retail meals and patient meals.
• Attention to detail, organization and cleanliness.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and email/internet.
• Able to work weekends and holidays; lift heavy boxes.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required prior to hire; State Food Handler Card required.
• Criminal background check and drug screen clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations.
• Ensure high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation.
• Deliver nutritious, appealing meals to guests, staff and visitors.
• Communicate with management, clients, customers and staff.
• Follow directions from Food Service Director.
• Maintain recipes and food production timelines.
• Count and FIFO inventory in all storage areas.
• Produce menu items within service timelines.
• Maintain standard operating procedures and clean workstation.
• Label prepared items with item, prep date, use-by date and initials.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

Inventory management

Recipe adherence

Flexibility

Computer literacy

Staff training

Sanitation standards

Menu execution

ServSafe Manager

Job description

5102 West Campbell Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85031, USA

Description

REAL Food re-fined.

Compensation: $22.45-$28.80 per hour| Full-Time

Schedule: Weekdays , 5am-1:30pm — weekend availability as needed.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to join our culinary team in a healthcare setting. As the Sous Chef, you will support the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation. This role plays a key part in delivering nutritious, appealing meals to guests, staff, and visitors while maintaining compliance with organizational dietary guidelines.

What You'll Do

• Help ensure client and customer service satisfaction with food production.
• Communicate on various levels including management, client, customer, and associate levels.
• Follow directions from the Food Service Director.
• Maintain strict following of recipes for all food production & products.
• Count accurate inventory of all items in all food storage areas; Maintain FIFO of freight in assigned areas.
• Produce menu items by timeline requirements.
• Maintain all standard operating procedures.
• Ensure a clean & sanitary workstation/area by practicing the clean-as-you-go method.
• Maintain all prepared items and ensure they are labeled with the following information: item inside the container, date item is prepped, use-by date, and initials of the person who prepped the item.
• Performs all cooking methods and preparation methods on proteins, vegetables, starches & other ingredients according to the recipe within the prescribed time frame to complete all service times for the café.
• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Bring

• Three years prior restaurant experience preferred.
• One to Two years prior hospital or healthcare experience a plus!
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions, nutrition standards, and food safety regulations.
• Scratch base cooking preferred.
• Ability to accurately count inventory and place food orders.
• Ability to prepare upscale retail meals as well as follow recipes and tallies for patients as needed.
• Attention to detail, organization and cleanliness a must.
• Proficient computer skills including various computer programs, Microsoft Office programs, e-mail, and the internet.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to lift heavy boxes in all areas including walk- in and freezer.
• ServSafe® Manager Certification required prior to hire; State Food Handler Card required.
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check (State and Federal) and drug screen.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• This job involves regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and a kitchen environment with fumes, airborne particles, and moderate noise. Employees must have the physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift trays, and perform repetitive tasks. Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, extreme temperatures, and vibration may occur. 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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