Full-Time Pay: $24+ per hour depending on experience

Cafe Hours: M-F 6:30am-5pm, Saturday and Sunday 8am-1:30pm

About the company:

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".

At Thomas Cuisine, we know our success begins and ends with our people. It’s the reason we work hard to attract and retain the best and brightest talent. From day one, you will be an integral member of our high-caliber, collaborative team. When you join Thomas Cuisine, you won’t simply start a new job—you will build a meaningful and impactful career.

Why Join Thomas Cuisine?

• Health Matters: Choose from three medical plans for your coverage needs. We've also got dental and vision options, plus pet insurance discounts for your furry family members.
• Financial Security: Save for retirement with our 401(k) plan – we contribute too, helping ensure financial stability.
• Time Off That Counts: Enjoy paid time off and extra pay for holidays because we value work-life balance.
• Shared Success: Our end-of-year profit-sharing program ensures that when the company thrives, so do you.
• Grow with Us: 40 of our team members were promoted internally in 2023 by November's end.
• Full Support: Access our Employee Concierge Program for free counseling sessions, financial coaching, gym membership discounts, legal tools, and more.
• Family First: Compassionate leave for bereavement and family care – we've got your back.

What you will do: 

• Prepares orders for staff and visitors using standardized recipes and service and/or plating guidelines.
• Takes note of variances in recipes and plating guidelines and communicates issues to the Executive Chef.
• Assists customers with orders by answering menu and recipe-related questions.
• Keeps abreast of department standards and local, state, and federal agency guidelines as required.
• Performs culinary activities such as cold food preparation, blanching, steaming, boiling, simmering, emulsifying, deep frying and routine sauteing in the preparation of food; follows regulations and established standards applicable to personal hygiene and food preparation, handling and disposal.
• Maintains production pars to facilitate smooth execution of the food service operation for the assigned facility.
• Operates, safely and accurately, a variety of commercial food service equipment, including knives, slicer, thermometers, measuring utensils, scales toaster, food warmer, chopper, mixer, blender, steamer, grill, fryer, steam kettle, broiler, gas stove, microwave oven, slow-cooker and convection oven.  
• Performs related duties as required.

Experience/Knowledge:

One year of directly related work experience in the college campus, healthcare, fast-food, restaurant, hospitality or other culinary environment or venue, or any combination of education and experience that would demonstrate attainment of the requisite job knowledge/abilities.  Vocational training courses in large-quantity cooking is strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of HACCP food handling standards and guidelines, and industry standards relating to personal hygiene in a culinary environment.
• Knowledge of the basic activities/techniques employed in the preparation of short-order foods.
• Knowledge of the application and/or operation of commercial food service tools and equipment, and the ability to utilize them safely and appropriately. 

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Previous cooking / culinary experience
• Possess a friendly, outgoing demeanor; work well with customers and associates
• Follow guidelines concerning guest services, food and physical safety, maintenance and equipment cleaning at all times
• Prepare food items, ensuring consistency and compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking, and waste control guidelines
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift - up to 50 pounds
• Possess excellent knife skills, attention to detail, cleanliness when working
• Food Handler's Certificate required 
• ServeSafe Certification required (internal training offered)
• Drug screen and background check required

Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately-held contract foodservice company operating in 18 states and growing.  We advocate the healing power of whole foods.  We believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day.  Our clients include hospitals, upscale senior living communities and corporate dining facilities.  Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values and building relationships while "doing the right thing".  We seek to make a valuable difference to those we serve- one nutritious meal at a time  

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships