Cook - Weekends Only

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Food and Nutrition Services leadership team, prepares and cooks a variety of foods for patients, staff, and visitors while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, safety, sanitation, and service. Serves as a team lead during assigned shifts and helps coordinate daily kitchen activities to ensure meals and food items are prepared accurately, efficiently, and according to established recipes and production standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
experience working as a cook 5-7 years required
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
Ability to prepare and bake a variety of pastries, rolls and/or other baked goods.
Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
Organizing and coordinating skills.
Ability to accept receipt of goods and supplies.
Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.

Responsibilities

Serves as a team lead during assigned shifts, providing guidance and support to Food and Nutrition Services staff and helping ensure daily kitchen operations run smoothly.
Reviews daily production schedules to determine food requirements, including the appropriate variety and quantity of food needed for meal service.
Gathers ingredients, supplies, equipment, and utensils required for daily food preparation and cooking activities.
Prepares, seasons, and cooks a wide variety of foods, including meats, poultry, fish, vegetables, soups, salads, fruits, breakfast items, cereals, breads, and simple desserts, using a variety of cooking methods.
Follows standardized recipes, portioning guidelines, production schedules, and established food quality standards.
Prepares meals and food items for special diets in accordance with prescribed standards and dietary requirements.
Monitors food throughout the cooking process and evaluates taste, texture, appearance, temperature, and overall quality.
Completes production sheets, temperature logs, and other required documentation accurately and timely.
Maintains clean, organized, and sanitary work areas, utensils, equipment, and food preparation areas in accordance with food safety and infection prevention standards.
Identifies and appropriately disposes of spoiled, damaged, or otherwise unacceptable food and supplies.
Identifies equipment issues and other operational concerns and communicates them to the appropriate leadership.
Monitors food and supply inventory and assists with ordering or replenishing stock as needed.
Assists with catering and special events as required.
Promotes a positive, collaborative, and service-focused environment while working effectively with coworkers and other members of the Food and Nutrition Services team.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.