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. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".

What’s in it for you

Joining our team offers you access to supportive colleagues, cutting-edge learning technologies, employee wellness benefits, and more.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with several plan options to choose from!
• Generous Paid Time Off and Leave Programs.
• Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, behavioral health assistance, and more.

Wage range: $19.00 - $20.00/hr

Your Impact

The role of a sous chef in a hospital kitchen extends beyond culinary expertise, playing a vital role in ensuring patients receive nutritious and appetizing meals tailored to their dietary needs. With their guidance, kitchen staff adhere to strict sanitation and safety protocols, contributing to the overall health and well-being of patients by providing nourishing meals in a healthcare environment. Through their dedication, sous chefs help elevate the dining experience for patients, supporting their recovery and fostering a positive hospital environment.

Job Specific Duties

• Verifies kitchen staff follows all recipes and portions servings correctly.
• Observes all food stations to eliminate waste and to have the best and freshest products possible. Ensures the staff has a clean and sanitary work station/area by practicing the “clean as you go” method.
• Supervises / trains staff engaged in preparing, cooking, serving meats, carving, sauces, vegetables, soups, mise en place, technical skills and other food products.
• Ensures all stations remain stocked before and during meal periods.
• Produces daily production sheets and records left overs.
• Produces menu items by time line requirements. Identifies & fabricates all meats, raw or cooked for service or functions, as well as other products, but not limited to vegetables, fruits, starches, etc.
• Accurately plan and create requisitions for ordering. Receives and examines food products and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications. Ensures proper storage and organization from all suppliers. Counts accurate inventory of all items in all food storage areas.
• Maintains all Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) standard operating procedures. Keeps kitchen, dish and storage areas clean and organized.
• Produces menu items by time line requirements. Performs all knife skills and cooking methods on proteins, vegetables, starches and other ingredients according to recipe within prescribed time frame to complete all service times for café or function contracts. Ensure all prepared items are labeled with the following information; item inside container, date item is prepped, use by date and initials of person who prepped the item.
• Assigns, directs, and reviews the work of subordinates, work methods, procedures, work flow and standards for quality and quantity of work.
• Mentors and trains existing staff as well as new staff. Assists in monitoring the job performance of staff and managing staffing levels throughout shifts.
• Assumes responsibility for kitchen in absence of the Chef.
• Other duties as assigned
• Assumes responsibility for kitchen in absence of the Chef.
• Other duties as assigned

What you will need

• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• High School Diploma/GED

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. 

This employment opportunity is subject to the satisfactory completion of a background check and medical screening, as mandated by applicable California laws and regulations.

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