Become a Cook at Thomas Cuisine, an award-winning contract food service company! Learn from and work alongside some of the industry's top chefs, and embark on a specialized training program tailored to your advancement.

Cook

At Thomas Cuisine, we're looking for a passionate and skilled Cook to join our team. You'll play a vital role in preparing and serving delicious, nutritious meals to patients, employees, and visitors, following all safety and sanitation protocols. You'll work within a supportive environment dedicated to providing exceptional service and high-quality food.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing orders using standardized recipes and service/plating guidelines.
• Documenting any recipe or plating variations and reporting them to the Executive Chef.
• Assisting customers with menu and recipe questions.
• Building positive relationships with guests.
• Adhering to all regulations and standards related to personal hygiene and food handling.
• Performing other related duties as needed.
• Following standard recipes, completing production sheets, and ensuring nutritious, high-quality, and cost-effective meals.
• Handling food and equipment in accordance with sanitation and safety practices.

Who We Seek:

• One year of experience in a fast-food, restaurant, hospitality, or other culinary environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of HACCP food handling standards and industry standards for personal hygiene is required.
• Knowledge of basic short-order food preparation activities/techniques.
• ServSafe Certification is a plus.
• A valid OR state food handler's permit is required.

About Thomas Cuisine: Thomas Cuisine is a privately-held contract food service company operating in 18 states. We are passionate about whole foods, preparing scratch-made cuisine, and providing exceptional service to our clients, which include hospitals, senior living communities, schools, and corporate dining venues. We believe in doing the right thing, and our team members are valued ambassadors committed to making a difference, one meal at a time.

Compensation: $16.50/hour + based on experience.

Schedule: Days and late evening shifts vary; includes weekend availability. Shifts start as early as 6am and run until as late as 9pm.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• In-house training programs.

• One year of experience in the culinary field.
• Knowledge of HACCP food handling standards.
• Familiarity with personal hygiene standards in a culinary environment.
• ServSafe Certification (plus).
• Oregon state food handler's permit.