Second Cook

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Line Cook for Mass General Brigham's on-site kitchen in Boston. You will prepare and cook items according to standardized recipes, manage multiple cooking techniques, and maintain high food safety and sanitation standards.

The role requires teamwork in a fast-paced hospital kitchen and includes rotating weekends. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, with culinary arts training preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Culinary Arts diploma preferred.
• Experience with standard recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Assist at grill, sauté, pantry, or pastry stations as needed.
• Use grilling, frying, baking, roasting, and sautéing methods to prepare dishes.
• Ensure proper food safety and sanitation practices are followed.
• Keep stations and equipment clean, organized, and sanitized.

Skills

Cooking methods

Knife skills

Food safety

Team player

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts diploma preferred

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, 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 SummaryHours: 9:30pm-6pm w/ rotating schedule every other weekendSummaryResponsible for assisting in preparing and cooking food items in specific sections or stations within the kitchen.Essential FunctionsPrepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.-Assist at a specific station or section within the kitchen, such as grill, sauté, pantry, or pastry.-Utilize a variety of cooking techniques, such as grilling, frying, baking, roasting, and sautéing, to prepare dishes.-Assist in the execution of menu items, ensuring that dishes are prepared accurately, consistently, and with attention to detail.-Follow proper food safety and sanitation practices to ensure a clean and hygienic working environment.-Keep workstations, equipment, and utensils clean, organized, and sanitized.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent required and Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Culinary Arts preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?YesExperienceLine Cook or Related Experience 1-2 years preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities- Knowledge of various cooking methods, knife skills, seasoning, and flavor profiles.- Understanding of food safety principles, including proper food handling, storage, temperature control, and hygiene practices.- Ability to work efficiently and manage time effectively.- Good communication skills for working in a team-oriented kitchen environment.- Ability to handle the physical demands of the job, including lifting heavy objects and working with kitchen equipment.- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, handle high-pressure situations, and solve problems on the spot.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location75 Francis StreetScheduled Weekly Hours0Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftRotating (United States of America)Pay Range$17.71 - $24.28/HourlyGrade2At 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:2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, 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.