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Cook
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Houston, TX, 77070
Job Type : Part Time
Salary : 15-19.78 HOUR
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Prepares food for patients, staff, and visitors of the healthcare facility following safe cooking techniques. Prepares food for multiple therapeutic diets and complies with state and federal laws and regulations related to food preparation in a healthcare environment. Supports quality control measures such as recipe adherence and food quality consistency.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
- Prepares and serves food within guidelines of menu and dietary requirements, using required kitchen utensils and equipment such as slicers, mixers, ovens, fryers, steamers, stove tops, and grills, etc. Modifies preparations to account for food allergies.
- Follows healthcare foodservice industry standards, regulations, guidelines and procedures including monitoring and maintaining food temperatures during cooking, holding, and storage processes. Avoids cross-contamination of foods and adheres to personal hygiene requirements.
- Maintains labeling and storage of food, equipment, and machinery.
- Performs washing and cleaning duties to ensure sanitation & cleanliness in cooking and serving areas.
- Other duties as assigned by the leader.
Required Experience
One (1) year of food service
Required Licensure
FHP:TX within 30 days
Preferred Education and Experience
High School Diploma
Cooking Experience
Where You'll WorkSt. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital provides high-quality, compassionate care for residents of the Willowbrook, Champions, and Tomball areas of Northwest Houston. With the resources of the St. Luke’s Health system, we are able to deliver the most advanced care available to our Northwest Houston community. The Vintage Hospital offers the latest in diagnostic and surgical expertise, including heart care, women’s health, and orthopedics.
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Frequently asked questions
Cooks in Houston healthcare facilities usually require a Food Handler’s Permit (FHP) specific to Texas, obtained within 30 days of employment. This certification ensures adherence to state food safety standards crucial for preparing therapeutic diets in medical environments.
Houston's robust healthcare industry drives steady demand for skilled cooks, especially those experienced in dietary and therapeutic meal preparation. Compared to smaller Texas cities, Houston offers more opportunities in hospital kitchens due to its large network of medical centers.
Success in a hospital kitchen requires precise knowledge of dietary restrictions, allergy management, and safe food handling. A cook must skillfully use kitchen equipment while ensuring meals meet medical nutrition standards for diverse patient needs.
Daily duties include preparing meals tailored to therapeutic diets, operating specialized kitchen tools, maintaining food safety standards, and sanitizing cooking areas. The role demands attention to recipe consistency and compliance with healthcare foodservice regulations.
Catholic Health Initiatives offers a structured environment with comprehensive resources, supporting cooks in delivering advanced, compassionate care through nutrition. Employees benefit from alignment with a reputed health system focused on community wellness.
Yes, cooks must secure the Texas Food Handler's Permit (FHP) within their first month. This requirement ensures all kitchen staff maintain rigorous hygiene and safety standards essential in clinical food preparation.
Healthcare cooks focus on therapeutic menus, strict dietary guidelines, and food safety to support patient recovery. Unlike restaurant chefs, they prioritize nutrition-based meal plans over creative culinary expression.
Entry-level cooks can advance to supervisory roles, dietary managers, or specialized therapeutic diet coordinators. Gaining certifications and healthcare experience often opens doors to higher responsibility within clinical nutrition services.
Cooks in Houston hospitals generally earn between $13 and $17 per hour, depending on experience and certifications. This range reflects local cost of living and the specialized nature of healthcare food preparation.