Cook | Dietary Department

North Central Surgical Center is a highly successful, Baylor Scott & White affiliated hospital located in Dallas, TX.  We partner with the very best team members and medical staff in the area.  We are a surgical focused hospital that performs over 12,000 procedures per year. 

FACTS ABOUT NORTH CENTRAL: Opened in 2005, 14 Operating Rooms and 30 Medical/Surgical Patient Rooms.  We are conveniently Located at Walnut Hill & 75 in the prestigious NorthPark area Specialties include: Orthopedics, Spine, General Surgery, Pain Management, Urology, GI/Endoscopy, Plastic, Podiatry and Bariatric surgeries. Managed by United Surgical Partners International Joint Commission Accredited

North Central Surgical Center is currently seeking a Hospital Cook in the Dietary Department for a full-time opportunity. The ideal candidate is trained in food preparation and production, prepares food for patients, employees, visitors and catered functions and will follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.

• Preview menus to determine types and quantities of food be obtained and prepared.
• Assist in preparing, seasoning, and cooking foods for patients, Cafeteria. Catering and any other duties as required.
• Ensure that all catered events are set up appropriately.
• Inspect cooking equipment and utensils, maintain cleanliness and proper operation.
• Observe and maintain required levels of sanitation throughout the food preparation process. Ensure that all foods meet standards for quality, freshness, taste, and appearance.
• Assists with the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a high volume restaurant, hospital, or Institution preferred
• Meet all city, county, state and federal certification standards
• Ability to meet time standards required by production schedule
• Preferably, 3+ years and extensive knowledge of food preparation from scratch
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
• Good Communication and Organizational Skills
• Customer Service/Relationship
• Ability to exercise independent judgment

As an organization, we provide employees with the resources, tools, and support to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible. One way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation