COOK- Part Time (Evenings)

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company seeks a Cook to prepare and serve food in a patient-centered environment. The ideal candidate will adhere to dietary guidelines, participate in department training, and ensure cleanliness in food service areas. Applicants should possess a High School Diploma and Servsafe certification, with experience in food handling preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior food handling and/or grill cook experience preferred.
• Must be able to follow lengthy, detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present, and serve food to patients, staff, and visitors.
• Ensure compliance with dietary guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of cooking areas and equipment.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Ability to read menus and recipes

Food service equipment operation

Communication in English

Ability to juggle multiple tasks

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Servsafe Food Handlers Certification

Job description

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Patient Care Required: No
Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Executive Chef and Food Service Supervisor, the Cook is responsible for preparing, presenting, and serving food to patients, staff, visitors, and the community. This role is primarily focused on line cooking and ensures all food is prepared in accordance with dietary guidelines, department standards, and regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions:
Attend production and department meetings, in-services, and training sessions as assigned.
Anticipate and meet customer needs, taking appropriate action to resolve any issues.
Follow all HACCP, departmental, and regulatory standards related to food handling, preparation, and service.
Adjust food production quantities based on patient census and retail volume.
Ensure compliance with recipes and prescribed diets.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of cooking areas and equipment, including ovens, steamers, freezers/refrigerators, slicers, mixers, and utility carts.
Demonstrate a friendly and positive attitude in all interactions.
Prepare daily menu items, specials, and assigned catering orders.
Clean and restock assigned areas after each meal period.
Communicate product shortages, discrepancies, or concerns to supervisors in a timely manner.
Support department goals aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction.
Use ingredients and time efficiently with a focus on cost-conscious practices.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Servsafe Food Handlers Certification - Servsafe National Restaurant Association preferred
Experience
Prior food handling and/or grill cook experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards.
- Must be able to read menus, recipes and instructions in English.
- Must be able to communicate in English with coworkers, trayline, diet office.
- Must have basic knife skills and be able to operate food service equipment including but not limited to: grill, fryer, slicer, ovens, stovetop, microwave, robot coupe, steamer, kettles, bain marie, mixers, tilt skillet and steamtables.
- Independent judgment required.
- Must be able to follow lengthy, detailed instructions.
- Must be able to read, comprehend and follow recipes.
- Must be able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to pleasantly handle large volumes of patient room service requests during peak meal times within the guaranteed time frame.

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%)

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, 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.