Cook - Per Diem

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at Hospital for Behavioral Medicine as a Cook - Per Diem. You'll prepare and serve meals, ensuring quality and compliance with dietary needs in a supportive environment. This role offers a starting pay of $22 hourly while providing valuable experience in healthcare food services.

Benefits

Discounted meals

Employee engagement events

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Free parking

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in quantity cooking.
• Knowledge of modified diets.
• Possession of food handler’s permit.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparation and service of meals for patients.
• Open the kitchen and ensure organization of daily events.
• Prepare meals according to menu cycle and dietary standards.

Skills

Quantity cooking

Food service sanitation

Supervisory experience

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hospital for Behavioral Medicine - Worcester, MA

Position Type: Per Diem

Education Level: Not Specified

Salary Range: $22.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A COOK! PER DIEM

Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?

The Cook - Per Diem is responsible for the preparation and service of breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals for patients and facility staff according to the approved menu cycle and production sheets.

• Open the kitchen and ensure organization of daily events.
• Comply with facility and departmental policies and procedures regarding food services offered.
• Follow menus and recipes as provided by the Dietary Manager and Dietician.
• Prepare meals and beverages according to menu cycle and daily production sheet, providing attention to attractive and tasteful meals.
• Accurately prepare food for modified diets, consulting with Dietician as required.
• Complete and prepare meals in a timely manner as prescribed by posted meal times.

Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:

• Must have at least two (2) years experience in quantity cooking, a basic knowledge of modified diets; training in food service sanitation and possession of food service food handler’s permit as required; experience utilizing industrial kitchen equipment and utensils; and some prior kitchen supervisory experience helpful.

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:

• Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

What sets us apart?

• Career & training development opportunities
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success
• A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Hospital for Behavioral Medicine.

Compensation: This is a per diem role with an expected hourly rate of $22.00. We welcome all qualified candidates and will consider experience and skill level. Join us as our Cook - Per Diem!

About HBM

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service

Discover a fulfilling career at Hospital for Behavioral Medicine! Located in Worcester, MA, HBM is a 120-bed inpatient facility providing exceptional therapeutic care. In collaboration with UMass Memorial Health Care, we serve the community with dedication. We also offer outpatient programs and are committed to accessible care for all.

Join us in making a difference in mental health care and be part of our transformative healthcare team. For more information, visit: https://www.hospitalforbehavioralmedicine.com/

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S.

Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service

We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.