Cook II

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage

• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay

• Paid Time Off, available day one

• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)

• Paid Parental Leave Benefit

• Wellness programs

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONRequired- Experience
2 years Cooking experience required, preferably in a high-volume environment.

Preferred Education

High School Diploma Or equivalent:

JOB DUTIES
Completes and maintains all job performance requirements and standards as established by department specific procedures.

• Consistently follows production guides, menu and assemble food, supplies and equipment for daily preparation of salads, sandwiches and cook menu items.

• Supports teamwork and cooperation with co-workers in daily activities; presents constructive feedback regarding system failures and participates in resolution.

• Interacts positively and courteously with all customers (patients, visitors, vendors and co-workers in other departments) through direct interaction, telephone conversations or written materials.

• Completes and keeps track of all record keeping associated with HACCP including HACCP/Production Records, Roast Meat Charts, Thermometer Logs, Cooling Logs, Refrigerator and Freezer Logs.

• Able to demonstrate ability to work any position within the food production arena.

• Follows procedures for sanitation of work area and equipment during food production. Cleans and sanitizes work area and equipment at end of shift.

• Maintain a minimum score of 90 on Health Inspections.

• Maintain established department goal for Press Ganey of 95.

• Assists in completing weekly inventory on all foods, paper products, chemicals and all other associated items in accordance with all menus, recipes, caterings, events and projects as required.

• Work with Cook's Assistant and Cook's in training and skill development. Participates in in-services directly related to production. Lead by example in food safety, physical safety, and culinary standards.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENTSecurity
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.