REAL Food re-fined.
We are seeking Full-Time Cooks for West Valley Community College and Mission College
Locations:
- West Valley Community College – 14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070
- Mission College – 3000 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Compensation: $22/hour
Schedule:
- Monday-Thursday, 9am-5:30pm
Bring Your Passion for REAL Food to Campus Dining
Are you a cook who takes pride in fresh, made-from-scratch food? Join Thomas Cuisine and help elevate the culinary experience for students, faculty, and guests at one of our vibrant community college campuses.
This is your chance to work in a professional kitchen without the late nights and weekend hours—perfect for work-life balance and culinary growth in a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Why You’ll Love It Here
- Work-life balance: Monday–Thursday shifts, no weekends!
- Be part of a close-knit culinary team passionate about REAL food
- Enjoy a clean, modern kitchen environment with supportive leadership
- Make a difference in people’s day—one meal at a time
Full-Time Team Member Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans (multiple options via Blue Cross)
- HSA and FSA available
- Generous Paid Time Off and leave programs
- 401(k) with company match
- Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Holiday Pay
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Wellness resources, financial planning, behavioral health support, and more
Your Impact
As a Cook, you’ll play a hands-on role in preparing scratch-made meals with fresh ingredients. Your attention to detail, food safety, and presentation will help us create a memorable dining experience—day in and day out.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare meals following recipes, dietary guidelines, and portion standards
- Ensure proper food safety, storage, and cleanliness of your workstation
- Assist with menu execution and prep for breakfast and lunch service
- Work collaboratively with the culinary team to ensure timely service
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen
- Support inventory, food labeling, and restocking as needed
- Contribute to a positive and respectful kitchen culture
What You’ll Need
- High School Diploma or GED
- CA Food Handler’s Card (required)
- ServeSafe Certification (can be obtained through internal training)
- Pass a background check and drug screen
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Solid knife and prep skills
- Positive attitude and team-first mentality
Preferred Experience
- Experience in a high-volume kitchen, campus dining, catering, or fast-casual food service
- Familiarity with scratch cooking and dietary accommodations (vegetarian, allergen-free, etc.)
Who You Are
You're passionate about quality food, dependable, and thrive in a kitchen where teamwork matters. Whether you're an experienced cook or looking to take the next step in your culinary career, you bring care and professionalism to every shift.
About Thomas Cuisine
Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held food service company specializing in scratch-made, whole food. We believe in nourishing communities with meals that fuel well-being, healing, and connection.
Our team members are the heart of our mission—and we work together to serve with excellence and integrity every day.
Our Commitment to You
Thomas Cuisine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, and values every team member's voice and contribution.
REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships
Ready to bring your culinary skills to a role with purpose and balance? Apply now and join our team!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Training for this role is scheduled to start on August 24th. Are you comfortable with that start date?
- Are you available to work Monday-Thursday, 9am-5:30pm?
- Are you able to reliably commute to at least one of the college locations listed in the posting? If so, which one(s)?
Experience:
- high-volume scratch cooking: 1 year (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- ServSafe (Preferred)
- State Food Handler Card (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
