Cook Private School

REAL Food re-fined.

Cook - Private School Location: Dallas TX 75244

Compensation: $19 per hour Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm

Job Summary

Were seeking a skilled and dedicated Cook to join our institution where culinary excellence meets a warm community-focused this role youll craft wholesome high-quality meals for students and staff in a refined kitchen setting that values nutrition presentation and care. If you take pride in your cooking and enjoy working in a respectful well-resourced environment we invite you to bring your talents to our team.

What Youll Do

• Prepare ingredients and meals according to menus recipes and production schedules while maintaining quality nutrition and presentation standards.
• Follow food safety sanitation storage and temperature control procedures at all times.
• Complete daily prep opening/closing and cleaning duties for kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Maintain inventory through proper ordering documentation stock rotation and storage practices.
• Meet service deadlines for patient meals cafeteria operations and catering functions.
• Assist with onboarding and training new team members.
• Identify operational improvement opportunities and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1-3 years of prior experience as a cook in a structured culinary environment
• Ability to prepare meals for large groups efficiently
• Familiarity with special dietary needs (e.g. allergies religious restrictions)
• Formal training in the culinary arts preferred but not mandatory
• Prior experience in institutional cooking (e.g. schools hospitals or catering) is highly valued
• ServSafe Certification and State Food Handlers Card
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to pass a criminal background check 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 communities.

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.

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