Hospital Kitchen Cook — High-Volume Meals & HACCP

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Cook to produce high-volume meals in our hospital cafeteria and patient meal services. You will follow standardized recipes, operate a range of kitchen equipment, and ensure food safety and quality from prep to service.

Strong teamwork, accuracy, and basic math are important for timely plating and tray assembly. This role emphasizes HACCP compliance, sanitation, and clear communication with the production team to meet diet requirements and patient needs.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required; culinary arts training preferred.
• Basic math and computer familiarity with basic software.
• Experience in a high-volume food production setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow standardized recipes; prepare soups, salads, entrees, gravies and desserts.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely; ensure proper food storage and sanitation.
• Coordinate with production team to meet quality, temperature and presentation standards.

Skills

Food production

HACCP knowledge

Teamwork

English communication

Basic math

Serve Safe (preferred)

Education

High School diploma

Culinary arts training

Serve Safe certification

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Cook to produce high-volume meals in our hospital cafeteria and patient meal services. You will follow standardized recipes, operate a range of kitchen equipment, and ensure food safety and quality from prep to service.

Strong teamwork, accuracy, and basic math are important for timely plating and tray assembly. This role emphasizes HACCP compliance, sanitation, and clear communication with the production team to meet diet requirements and patient needs.