Hospital Cook: Patient-Centric Kitchen & Menu Prep

Nantucket Cottage Hospital (NCH); Nantucket (MA); On-site; USD 74,390,000 - 90,922,000; Full time

Job summary

Nantucket Cottage Hospital is seeking a hospital food service cook to prepare meals for contract and onsite patients, while following strict sanitation and HACCP guidelines. You will supervise staff in managers' absence, review menus, and ensure meals meet planned diets and nutrition plans.

The role emphasizes timely service, safety, and collaboration with nursing and dietitians. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1 year cooking experience, and ServSafe plus Allergen Awareness

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of previous cooking experience required.
• ServSafe Food Safety Certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Allergen Awareness Certification required within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations and infection control procedures.
• Reviews patient menus and production sheets prior to food preparation.
• Prepares meals according to planned menus/recipes and serves meals on time.
• Demonstrates HACCP principles and tracks documentation with the chef.
• Delivers meals to patients and assists with contract meals and catering as needed.
• Maintains clean, organized work areas and adheres to safety guidelines.

Skills

Supervisory ability

Staff communication

Emergency response

Equipment operation

Sanitation & HACCP

Stand/walk for long periods

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Food safety handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe Food Safety Certification

Allergen Awareness Certification

Job description

Nantucket Cottage Hospital is seeking a hospital food service cook to prepare meals for contract and onsite patients, while following strict sanitation and HACCP guidelines. You will supervise staff in managers' absence, review menus, and ensure meals meet planned diets and nutrition plans.

The role emphasizes timely service, safety, and collaboration with nursing and dietitians. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1 year cooking experience, and ServSafe plus Allergen Awareness