Cook Healthcare

REAL Food re-fined.

Cook - Healthcare Location: Panorama City CA 91402

Compensation: $20-$23per hour Full-Time

Schedules: Mornings Flexible temp Position

Job Summary

As a Hospital Cook youll prepare nutritious comforting meals that support patient recovery and nourish staff and visitors. Youll work in a collaborative kitchen environment following dietary guidelines and safety standards while bringing care and attention to every dish. Your role helps create a warm welcoming experience through food that makes a difference.

What Youll Do

• Review menus and gather all prep items
• Follow recipes and production sheets to ensure quality cost control and consistency
• Maintain sanitation safety and proper food handling standards
• Execute kitchen opening/closing procedures
• Assist with training new staff
• Meet service deadlines (tray line cafeteria catering)
• Prepare and portion ingredients; follow proper storage and thawing procedures
• Maintain inventory rotate stock and document usage/orders
• Ensure proper food temps (hot food hot cold food cold)
• Use appropriate cooking garnishing and presentation methods
• Clean and maintain cooking equipment
• Report maintenance needs as needed
• Support overall kitchen operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Will Bring

• ServSafe Certification and State Food Handlers Card
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen
• High School Diploma/GED

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 Bereavement Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Baby Bonding Leave
• Paid Elder Care Leave
• Paid Time Off (Accrued)
• Holiday Premium Pay

Health & Wellness

• 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.)

Financial Wellness

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Policy
• 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 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

Required Experience:

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