Hospital Patient Meal Cook — Batch-Style, Quality Focus

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center in Boston is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for patient feeding and dining room operations using batch cooking methods, including grilling, slicing, sautéing, and oven work. You will observe quality standards and follow standardized recipes.

The role involves delivering hot foods at proper temperatures, following diet specifications, and assisting other production staff as needed. A minimum of 3–5 years of high-volume culinary experience and a high school diploma are

Qualifications

• Must communicate effectively with staff and diet office personnel.
• Ability to read and understand menus and recipes.
• Basic knowledge of standard kitchen equipment.
• Understanding of weights and measures.

Responsibilities

• Practice quality food production and sanitation standards.
• Adhere to batch cooking to ensure appetizing, hot portions per production sheets and diet office tally.
• Deliver hot foods to patient tray line and cafeteria at proper temperatures.
• Takes corrective action for under/overcooked foods.
• Use calibrated thermometers and ensure sanitation.
• Record leftovers with supervisor and proper chilling/storage.
• Attend daily production meetings to review requirements.

Skills

Communication

Menu reading

Equipment knowledge

Weights & measures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Boston Medical Center in Boston is seeking a Cook to prepare meals for patient feeding and dining room operations using batch cooking methods, including grilling, slicing, sautéing, and oven work. You will observe quality standards and follow standardized recipes.

The role involves delivering hot foods at proper temperatures, following diet specifications, and assisting other production staff as needed. A minimum of 3–5 years of high-volume culinary experience and a high school diploma are