Line Cook - Corporate Dining

Thomas Cuisine is a respected and award-winning contract food service company founded in 1986. Renowned for advocating the healing power of whole foods, Thomas Cuisine is committed to preparing scratch-made, fresh cuisine daily that promotes health and wellness. The company is privately held and takes pride in its purposeful workforce that deeply cares about food quality and the positive impact it can have on the world through REAL food. Thomas Cuisine has built a reputation for delivering exceptional culinary experiences that nourish both the body and soul, emphasizing genuine service and enduring relationships as core values. The company promotes a diverse, equitable, inclusive working environment where every team member experiences a strong sense of belonging, constantly evolving to foster a culture of respect and opportunity.

The Line Cook role at Thomas Cuisine is a critical position within their corporate dining operation, located in Salt Lake City, UT. This full-time role pays $18 per hour and operates primarily on a morning shift schedule. As a Line Cook, you will be entrusted with preparing and executing menu items efficiently, precisely, and consistently, all while adhering to food safety standards and standardized recipes. Working in a state-of-the-art kitchen environment designed for efficiency and teamwork, you will collaborate with a culinary team that values craftsmanship, precision, and quality. The kitchen serves a vibrant community, including staff, visitors, and catering events, all focused on advancing next-generation infectious-disease diagnostics with compassion and innovation.

In this fast-paced role, you will master short-order cooking techniques and maintain high standards in food preparation and presentation. The role demands exceptional multitasking abilities and organizational skills to keep the grill station fully stocked and orderly while managing product handling with strict adherence to company policies and state regulations. Beyond cooking, this position includes opportunities to develop leadership and supervisory skills by motivating and supporting team members. You'll also interact regularly with customers, building rapport and embodying the values and mission of Thomas Cuisine.

Physical requirements include standing or walking for the entire shift and working in an environment with moderate noise, airborne particles, and exposure to wet or humid conditions when necessary. Safety is paramount, and you will be expected to report any unsafe working conditions or equipment issues promptly. The position requires reliable transportation skills as food delivery to the HR building is part of the job, necessitating a valid driver's license.

Thomas Cuisine provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being, including paid bereavement, parental, baby bonding, and elder care leaves, as well as paid time off and holiday premium pay. The company offers a variety of health and wellness plans including multiple medical plans through Blue Cross, dental, vision, reimbursed wellness massages, and access to fitness memberships. Financial wellbeing is supported through a 401(k) plan with company match, company-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment policy, along with voluntary disability and life insurance options.

Joining Thomas Cuisine means becoming part of a kitchen and community where your culinary skills contribute significantly to the satisfaction and wellness of their healthcare community. If you thrive in a setting where technology, craftsmanship, and mission intersect to make a meaningful difference, this opportunity as a Line Cook offers both personal growth and a chance to impact others' lives positively through the power of food.