Grab-and-Go/Prep Cook - Healthcare

REAL Food re-fined.

Grab-and-Go/Prep Cook - Healthcare | Location: Boise, ID 83704

Compensation: $16.50-$17.50 per hour| Part-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm

Job Summary

As a Grab‑and‑Go/Prep Cook in a hospital setting, you’ll prepare fresh, convenient food items that support patient care teams, visitors, and staff throughout the day. You’ll play a key role in daily food service operations by producing high‑quality grab‑and‑go meals and completing essential prep work that keeps the kitchen running efficiently. Working in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment, you’ll follow recipes, dietary guidelines, and strict food safety standards while contributing to a clean, organized, and dependable food service operation.

What You’ll Do

• Review daily menus and production plans, and gather ingredients needed for prep and grab‑and‑go production.
• Prepare fresh grab‑and‑go items such as salads, sandwiches, bowls, snacks, and packaged meals, ensuring consistency, quality, and freshness.
• Follow standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and production sheets to meet hospital food service and nutrition standards.
• Complete daily prep and pull schedules to support cafeteria service, grab‑and‑go programs, and special requests.
• Utilize proper food prep techniques to ensure quality, safety, and appealing presentation.
• Apply appropriate garnishing and packaging standards to ensure grab‑and‑go items are attractive, clearly labeled, and ready for service.
• Restock grab‑and‑go displays as needed to meet demand throughout the day.
• Maintain food safety standards at all times—keeping cold items properly chilled and following approved holding procedures.
• Weigh, measure, and prepare ingredients for upcoming production, using correct storage and thawing methods.
• Ensure all food is properly stored, labeled, dated, and rotated to maintain freshness and compliance with hospital regulations.
• Follow kitchen opening and closing procedures, including proper setup, breakdown, and cleaning.
• Clean and sanitize prep equipment, workstations, coolers, and storage areas according to hospital and health department guidelines.
• Assist with training new food service team members as needed.
• Report equipment issues or maintenance needs to the Supervisor.
• Support inventory organization and document product usage or removal from storage areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen
• High School Diploma/GED

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• This job involves regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and a kitchen environment with fumes, airborne particles, and moderate noise. Employees must have the physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift trays, and perform repetitive tasks. Occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, extreme temperatures, and vibration may occur. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

At Thomas Cuisine, 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.

What We Offer!

• Holiday Premium Pay
• 401(k) /Company Match- specific hours worked during the first 3-months of employment are required in order to be eligible
• On-Demand Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• A supportive, collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for growth

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. 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 growing community.

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