Clinical Research Cook – Metabolic Kitchen

National Institutes of Health; Maryland; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Institutes of Health in Maryland is seeking a Cook for the Metabolic Kitchen and Food Service Section to support patients on research protocols. You will prepare meals for regular and special diets and ensure food safety in a clinical research environment.

This full‑time role offers the chance to contribute to cutting‑edge nutrition studies and work with a dedicated team in the NIH Clinical Center.

Responsibilities

• Serving as a cook in the Metabolic Kitchen and Food Service Section preparing food to fulfill requirements for regular and special diets.
• Operating specialized equipment to cook food and rapidly chill and store the prepared items under refrigeration while following food safety procedures.
• Preparing and cooking a full range of food to include roasting, broiling, baking, frying, boiling, steaming, and stewing meats, fish, and poultry.
• Planning and coordinating the preparation of entire meals to produce meals on time and at the proper temperature.
• Performing food service related duties such as weighing and measuring food items, checking trays, serving on the tray line, delivering and picking up trays, and preparing special feeding and trays for research protocols.
• Maintaining clean, sanitary, and orderly work areas. Completing washing and related tasks.

Job description

The National Institutes of Health in Maryland is seeking a Cook for the Metabolic Kitchen and Food Service Section to support patients on research protocols. You will prepare meals for regular and special diets and ensure food safety in a clinical research environment.

This full‑time role offers the chance to contribute to cutting‑edge nutrition studies and work with a dedicated team in the NIH Clinical Center.