Cook Senior

Mass General Brigham; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a cook to prepare a wide range of foods, from vegetables to pastries, following prescribed recipes and quality standards. The role involves receiving ingredients, maintaining clean work areas, and catering events as needed.

The position requires up to 20 hours weekly onsite at 81 Highland Avenue, with responsibilities including inventory, food safety, and complying with special diet standards. A High School Diploma suffices, with experience in cooking preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a cook (5–7 years)
• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards
• Organizing and coordinating skills
• Ability to accept receipt of goods and supplies
• Ability to prepare special diets according to prescribed standards

Responsibilities

• Receives food ingredients and supplies for daily operations.
• Reviews production schedule to determine food requirements and assemble supplies.
• Prepares and displays a wide variety of foods per recipes and cooking methods.
• Completes production sheets and records as required.
• Maintains clean work areas, utensils and equipment.
• Caters special events as required.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Quality standards

Organizing

Receiving goods

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummaryServes 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?NoEssential 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.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent PreferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?YesLicenses and CredentialsExperienceexperience working as a cook 5-7 years requiredKnowledge, 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.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Physical RequirementsStanding 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%)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location81 Highland AvenueScheduled Weekly Hours20Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftRotating (United States of America)Pay Range$17.71 - $25.28/HourlyGrade3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.