Cook II PRN

Texas Health Denton is a well-established full-service hospital located in Denton, Texas, that has been serving the North Texas and Southern Oklahoma regions since 1987. With a strong team of more than 1,100 employees and 450 physicians, the hospital is recognized as one of the largest employers in Denton County. It boasts a comprehensive range of specializations including Cancer Care, Critical Care, Neonatology, Orthopedics, Emergency Care, Robotic Surgery, Stroke Care, Heart and Vascular Services, Women and Infants Care, and many others. Texas Health Denton is proud to be a Joint Commission-accredited Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center, a Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, as well as a Magnet designated hospital, all indicators of its commitment to medical excellence and quality patient care. The hospital’s specialty center for women and infants features multiple labor and delivery beds, C-section suites, and neonatal intensive care services, positioning it as the leading provider of obstetrical services in the county. In addition to advanced medical services, the hospital offers outpatient physical therapy, cardiac rehabilitation, and educational opportunities through an internal medicine residency program. As part of the larger Texas Health family, which employs over 28,000 individuals across the Dallas Fort Worth area, Texas Health Denton is dedicated to the professional growth of its staff, providing excellent career advancement and benefits.

The role of Cook II at Texas Health Denton is a dynamic and vital position within the hospital's food service department, designed primarily to support patient care through the preparation and production of high-quality meals. This PRN (as needed) position requires flexibility as it operates on rotating shifts, ensuring continuous service and support in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The Cook II is responsible for all areas of food production, including both hot and cold dishes, preparing meals that meet department standards and patient expectations. This role involves understanding and adjusting recipes for volume and quality, maintaining the aesthetic and taste appeal of food items, and ensuring compliance with strict hygiene and safety standards such as HACCP and OSHA guidelines.

In this role, creativity and attention to detail are essential to produce visually appealing and flavorful food that meets the rigorous standards of hospital food service. The Cook II is expected to organize work efficiently to maximize productivity while avoiding overproduction and waste. Knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and maintenance is crucial, as is skill in following complex recipes and production schedules. The position also entails responsibilities such as labeling and dating food, monitoring food temperatures, and adhering to the FIFO (first in, first out) system to ensure food safety and quality. The Cook II must perform regular cleaning and sanitation tasks, maintaining a neat and orderly kitchen and serving area that exceeds the department’s and Texas Department of Health’s sanitation standards.

This position requires a cooperative mindset along with good communication and organizational skills to work effectively with team members and other hospital staff. The employee should be discreet and courteous, exhibiting initiative and independent judgment in the performance of duties while supporting a positive and professional work environment. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by supervisors to support the smooth operation of the department.

Texas Health Denton emphasizes employee well-being by offering a range of benefits to its PRN employees, including access to a 401k plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and discount programs. The hospital prides itself on delivering high-quality patient care within a supportive and growth-oriented team culture. Joining Texas Health Denton as a Cook II means becoming part of a respected healthcare institution committed to excellence, innovation, and the health of its community. If you are passionate about food service and want to contribute to a top-tier hospital environment, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to blend culinary skills with patient-centered care, supporting the hospital’s mission to improve the health of the people in its community every day.