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Grill Cook - Healthcare

Grill Cook - Healthcare | Location: Fresno Metropolitan Area

Compensation: $24-$26.50 per hour DOE | Full-Time

Schedule: To be discussed during interview. Open availability appreciated.

Job Summary

Bring your passion for cooking and attention to detail to a role that makes a meaningful difference! As a Grill Cook, you'll prepare fresh, high-quality meals that nourish pediatric patients, support families, and fuel healthcare teams. In this fast-paced environment, you'll balance multiple orders, maintain the highest food safety standards, and ensure every meal is prepared with care and consistency. If you thrive in a dynamic kitchen, enjoy working as part of a team, and take pride in creating food that brings comfort and support when it's needed most, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You'll Do

• Operate and maintain grills, ovens, and related kitchen equipment safely.
• Prepare and cook meats, poultry, seafood, and vegetables to specified standards.
• Monitor food temperatures and ensure compliance with food safety guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of grill station and utensils.
• Coordinate with kitchen team to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
• Follow recipes, portion control, and plating standards.
• Assist with food prep, stocking, and inventory as needed.
• Adhere to health department regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2+ years of previous cooking experience in a commercial kitchen preferred
• Knowledge of grilling techniques and temperature control
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• This job involves regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and a kitchen environment with fumes, airborne particles, and moderate noise. Employees must have the physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift trays, and perform repetitive tasks. Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, extreme temperatures, and vibration may occur. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

At Thomas Cuisine, our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our healthcare community.

What We Offer!

Life/Work Integration

• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Baby Bonding Leave
• Paid Elder Care Leave
• Paid Time Off (Accrued)
• Holiday Premium Pay

Health & Wellness

• 3 Medical Plans (Blue Cross)
• Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Reimbursed Wellness Massages (Portion of cost)
• Voluntary HSA with Company Match
• Voluntary FSA
• Free Employee Assistance Program (Behavioral Health Support)
• Access to Wellness Initiatives (Fitness Memberships, etc.)

Financial Wellness

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Policy
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and/or child(ren) Life Insurance, with AD&D

Plus

• A supportive, collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for growth

Who We Are

Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Our people are purposeful, they care about food and quality, and have a desire to make a positive impact in the world through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will not only flourish, but also contribute significantly to the satisfaction and well-being of our growing community.

Our commitment to you

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living part of our company culture.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships

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