Cook

EPBH Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health Bradley Hospital in East Providence, RI is seeking a hospital kitchen cook to prepare and distribute meals for patients and staff. You will review menus, plan cooking schedules, and control portions while maintaining nutritional quality and appearance.

The role requires knowledge of cooking techniques, at least 2–3 years in food service, and a Food Safety Manager certification with HACCP understanding. Shifts include mornings, evenings, and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cooking techniques and full familiarity with cooking operations.
• Ability to plan schedules, portion controls, and minimize waste.
• Knowledge of HACCP food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute food for hospital patients and staff.
• Review menus and determine type and quantity of foods to prepare.
• Plan cooking schedules to meet timing and quality requirements.
• Inspect storage and ensure proper handling of meats and ingredients.
• Assist in or supervise food preparation, seasoning, and cooking methods.
• Monitor heat controls, timers, and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Contribute to menu recommendations and quality improvements.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

HACCP knowledge

Education

Food Safety Manager certification

Job description

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Food Services Supervisor, responsibilities include the preparation and distribution of food for hospital patients and staff. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system.
• Reviews menus and work orders to determine type and quantity of meats, vegetables, soups, salads and desserts to be prepared.
• Plans cooking schedule to ensure that food is ready at specified times and that the nutritional quality, flavor and appearance is maintained.
• Estimates food quantities and controls serving portions to minimize waste and leftovers.
• Confers with Food Service Supervisor regarding modified diet preparation and use of leftovers.
• Procures or supervisors procurement of food from refrigerator, freezer or other storage areas.
• Trims and cuts meat and fowl.
• Prepares or supervises washing, trimming, cooking, and seasoning of food items.
• Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipes.
• Observes and tastes food being cooked or prepared; adds ingredients or seasonings to improve flavor, texture, and appearance.
• Tests food being cooked by tasting, smelling, and following methods to determine that it is properly cooked.
• Adjusts heat controls and timers on stoves, ovens, steam kettles and grills.
• Prepares cold meats, sandwiches and other foods including snacks and beverages.
• Inspects meat and other food in storage.
• Makes recommendation as to menu changes as deemed advisable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires knowledge of cooking techniques and a complete familiarity with cooking operations and procedures.

EXPERIENCE:

Equivalent to 2 to 3 years experience in food service, Certified as Food Safety Manager by National Registry of Food and Safety Professionals, and a complete understanding of HACCP food safety.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

NONE

Pay Range: $18.04-$28.46

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Bradley Hospital - 1011 Veterans Memorial Pkwy East Providence, Rhode Island 02915

Work Type:

Mornings/ Evenings/ Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours:

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No

As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself.

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