Part-time Hospital Jobs in Pasadena, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our REAL Food Mission!

Cook - Hospital | Location : Los Angeles, CA 91402

Compensation : $20-23 per hour| Full-Time

Schedule : Multiple shifts available—days, nights, weekends, and holidays (as needed)

Job Summary

As a Hospital Cook , you’ll prepare nutritious, comforting meals that support patient recovery and nourish staff and visitors. You’ll work in a collaborative kitchen environment, following dietary guidelines and safety standards while bringing care and attention to every dish. Your role helps create a warm, welcoming experience through food that makes a difference.

What You'll Do

• Review menus and assemble all items needed for preparation.
• Follow standard recipes and production sheets to achieve nutritious, high-quality, cost-effective meals.
• Evaluate food preparation and recommends changes to improve operations.
• Follow kitchen opening / closing procedures and handle food and equipment following sanitation and safety practices.
• Assist with training new Food Service personnel.
• Report repairs and maintenance needs to the Supervisor.
• Meet time deadlines for tray line, cafeteria service, and catering.
• Utilize progressive cooking procedures to ensure optimum quality products.
• Utilize appropriate garnishing and food presentation techniques to ensure optimum quality.
• Follow daily prep and pull schedules as indicated in guidelines.
• Weigh and measure ingredients for the following day's production, keeping food refrigerated as needed and using proper thawing procedures.
• Document supply acquisitions appropriately, both when ordering and removing items from the storeroom.
• Rotate supplies and maintain an orderly inventory at a minimum per level.
• Ensure the safety of food prepared by following safe sanitary food handling practices—hot food hot and cold food cold.
• Follow specified cleaning procedures for all cooking equipment. Utilize proper food storage practices—cover, label, and date.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

Physical and Sensory Requirements

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!

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