Cook

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking an experienced cook to lead culinary operations. The role entails preparing a diverse range of food items, ensuring quality, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. Candidates should have a high school diploma and several years of cooking experience. This position provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to a caring environment while focusing on nutrition and food safety.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of cooking experience required.
• Ability to prepare special diets according to prescribed standards.
• Knowledge of food preparation methods and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and display a wide variety of foods and ensure quality.
• Review production schedules to determine food preparation needs.
• Cater special events and maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Cooking a variety of foods

Food presentation methods

Organizing skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Summary
Serves as team lead and assists with preparing, seasoning, and cooking a wide variety of meats, vegetables, soups, breakfast dishes, and other food items.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
-Receives food ingredients and supplies from main kitchen and pantry as required for daily operations.
-Reviews production schedule to determine food requirements including variety and quantity of food for preparation and to assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily cooking activities.
-Prepares and displays a wide variety of foods such as vegetables, fruits, meats, soups, salads, simple pastries/breads and cereals in accordance with prescribed recipes using a full range of cooking methods; tests foods being cooked for quality.
-Completes production sheets and other records as required.
-Maintains clean work areas, utensils, and equipment.
-Caters special events as required.
-Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions.
-Required to prepare special diets according to prescribed standards.
-Record inventory and/or order stock.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
experience working as a cook 5-7 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- 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.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)

Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.