Cook II

Experience and Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2 years cooking experience required, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.  

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.  

Working Conditions

• Requires moderate physical effort; must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in an environment with varying noise level, variation of temperatures and have exposure to a variety of kitchen equipment and tools.
• Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of the Vice President for Human Resources Administration, or his/her designee.

Security

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

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; sex; including sexual harassment; age; disability; genetic information; citizenship status; and protected veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.