Performance Cook - Part Time Evenings and Weekends

Join our REAL Food mission!

We are looking for a PartTime Performance Cook to support our culinary team during evening and weekend shifts tied to the training and game schedule of a professional sports team in San Jose CA. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detailoriented cook passionate about nutrition teamwork and creating highquality meals that fuel elite performance.

Who we are
Founded in 1986 Thomas Cuisine is an awardwinning privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratchmade cuisine fresh each day. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador carrying out our mission reflecting our values and building relationships while doing the right thing.

Whats in it for you

wage range: $21$23 per hour depending on experience
schedule: Parttime Evening and weekend shifts based on game and training schedules
location: San Jose CA

We value every team member at Thomas Cuisine. Parttime employees enjoy:

• Financial rewards Endofyear profit sharing employee referral bonuses and eligibility for a 401(k) (based on hours worked).
• Worklife balance Holiday premium pay when working on recognized holidays.
• Wellness initiatives Access to behavioral health support fitness memberships and financial planning resources.
• Career growth opportunities A supportive environment with training and advancement potential.

Your role and impact
As a parttime performance cook you will help execute meals that directly support the fueling and recovery of professional athletes. Youll work under the direction of our Executive Chef and Dietitian Director delivering precise highquality meals in a fastpaced professional setting.

What you will do

culinary operations &

• Prepare and plate meals during highperformance mealtimes (e.g. pregame posttraining)

• Follow performancebased recipes with accuracy and attention to portion sizes

• Set up and maintain food stations for optimal flow during team service

• Support grabandgo prep and postevent recovery meals

Team & service support

• Work closely with fulltime cooks dietitian and chefs during busy service periods

• Maintain a clean and efficient work environment before during and after events

• Jump in wherever needed to support meal success and kitchen flow

Nutrition & quality standards

• Accommodate dietary restrictions allergies and athletespecific preferences

• Prioritize freshness presentation and functionality in every dish

• Uphold high standards of food safety and sanitation at all times

What you will need

• 12 years of professional kitchen experience (culinary certification a plus)

• Familiarity with performance or healthconscious meal prep is preferred

• Excellent knife skills and ability to follow detailed recipes

• Flexibility to work variable hours based on team schedule

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

• ServSafe or equivalent food safety certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Teamoriented dependable and respectful attitude

• Spanishspeaking is a plus not required

Our commitment to you
At Thomas Cuisine we are committed to building a workplace that celebrates diversity supports growth and values every team members contribution. Your passion for food and wellness will help fuel the performance of some of the most dedicated athletes in the country.

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