Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $18.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Medical (FT Employees)
Dental
Vision
Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
Discount Program
Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
EAP
401k
Sick Time
Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Elior North America is a distinguished hospitality company with over 50 years of rich history and experience in the foodservice industry. With a workforce of 15,000 dedicated team members, the company is united by a passion for food, exceptional service, and unwavering excellence. Elior North America operates various brand segments, including Cura Hospitality, which focuses specifically on healthcare foodservice. Cura provides specialized meal services to hospitals, senior living centers, and long-term care facilities, ensuring compassionate service combined with healthy and delicious meals that support the quality of life for patients and residents alike.

Located in Wichita, Kansas, the Cura Hospitality division is currently seeking a full-time cook to join its dynamic kitchen team. This position is onsite and comes with a competitive pay starting at $18.00 per hour, offering an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments. This role is not only about preparing meals but doing so with care, creativity, and dedication to quality. The cook will play a crucial role in ensuring that each dish is made from scratch with attention to quality, portion control, and food safety.

The cook position at Cura Hospitality promises no late-night shifts, promoting a sustainable work-life balance for its employees. Other company benefits include weekly pay, a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a lucrative employee referral bonus, 401K plans with company match, and educational opportunities through tuition reimbursement for full-time employees. The company fosters a supportive culture that encourages team members' personal and professional growth while being committed to diversity and inclusion. Being part of Cura and the wider Elior North America network means joining a company that values its people and supports career advancement.

As a cook in the healthcare segment, your role is pivotal in food preparation where culinary knowledge and creative presentation meet strict standards for food safety and nutrition. It requires an enthusiastic and reliable individual who can handle various kitchen equipment and handle food items with great care following established recipes and protocols. Emphasis is placed on proper food handling, storage, and cleanliness to meet health regulations. The successful candidate will engage in activities such as maintaining kitchen hygiene, preparing quality meals, controlling portions to reduce waste, and presenting food attractively to enhance the dining experience.

Working with Cura Hospitality in Wichita means being part of a team where your culinary skills are valued and continually developed. You will have the opportunity to work alongside motivated colleagues in a supportive environment that respects employees’ time and contributions. If you are passionate about high-volume, scratch cooking and eager to advance your culinary career while contributing to meaningful healthcare service, this role offers the right balance of challenge and reward. Join Cura Hospitality in making a positive impact daily through food preparation in healthcare settings.

Job Requirements

  • At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
  • Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment
  • Ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items
  • Customer service experience is required

Job Qualifications

  • At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
  • Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment
  • Ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items
  • Customer service experience is required
  • Food handlers’ certification (nice-to-have)

Job Duties

  • Quality and portion control
  • Food preparation
  • Creative food presentation
  • Maintaining kitchen
  • Ensuring food is stored properly
  • Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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