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COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.00 - $15.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
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Pet insurance
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

Morrison Healthcare, a leading national food and nutrition services company, is currently hiring for full-time and part-time Cook positions at Christus Mother Frances Hospital located at 800 East Dawson Street, Tyler, TX 75701. Morrison Healthcare supports over 1,000 hospitals and healthcare systems across 46 states, including many recognized as Top Hospitals and Health Systems by U.S. News & World Report. With more than 70 years of experience, Morrison brings unparalleled culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise that transforms the healthcare dining experience. They employ more than 1,600 registered dietitians, 1,200 executive chefs, and 31,000 professional food service team members. The company has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work since 2012.

This opportunity offers competitive hourly pay ranging from $15.00 to $15.50 per hour and provides flexible full-time and part-time schedules with varying days and hours, ensuring adaptability for various lifestyles and commitments. The primary role of the Cook is to prepare high-quality food in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations. Morrison Healthcare emphasizes quality, safety, and consistency in their food services, striving to create appealing and tasty meals while maintaining rigorous safety standards. Cook positions at this location play a vital role in creating culinary experiences that contribute positively to patient satisfaction and overall healthcare outcomes.

In this role, candidates will be responsible for following standardized recipes and instructions to meet production demands and delivery schedules. They will ensure proper portion control, maintain food temperature and presentation standards, and taste all prepared food items to guarantee quality. Additionally, cooks will handle kitchen cleaning and sanitation in accordance with safe food-handling procedures, maintain storerooms and refrigerators, operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely, and participate actively in production planning and inventory management. The company stresses a strong commitment to safety through the mandatory use of protective gloves, oven mitts, slip-resistant shoes, and proper lifting techniques.

Morrison Healthcare fosters a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where employees can make a difference in their communities and themselves by contributing to meaningful healthcare experiences. Employees benefit from a range of voluntary and standard benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, and more. Morrison is a member of Compass Group, an equal opportunity employer committed to fair treatment without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected classification. The company maintains a drug-free workplace and offers ongoing opportunities for career growth and development in a dynamic food and nutrition services environment. Join Morrison Healthcare today to build a rewarding career that impacts lives and elevates healthcare dining.

Job Requirements

  • Prior experience in cooking
  • ability to work full-time or part-time
  • flexibility in schedule
  • ability to stand for long periods
  • capability to safely handle kitchen equipment
  • commitment to following safety procedures
  • ability to maintain cleanliness and food safety standards
  • willingness to abide by company policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

  • Prior experience in cooking
  • knowledge of federal, state and corporate food safety standards
  • ability to follow standardized recipes and instructions
  • strong attention to detail
  • good communication skills
  • ability to work in a team environment
  • commitment to safety and sanitation practices

Job Duties

  • Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules
  • serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty
  • tastes all prepared food items
  • uses established ticket collection procedures during service
  • responsible for records from area worked during service periods
  • cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness
  • stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures
  • keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat
  • ensures food and supply items are stored per standards
  • operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed
  • assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required
  • assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required
  • reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately
  • attends in-service and safety meetings
  • maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers
  • performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment
  • performs other duties as assigned
  • ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures
  • follows HACCP standards
  • personal commitment to own safety and that of others
  • abides by all company policies and procedures including use of medium weight cut gloves when handling knives, peelers, choppers or cleaning slicer
  • use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans
  • use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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