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Cook

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
1153 Centre Street (Show on map)
Mar 24, 2026
Summary This is primarily line cooking. Under the general supervision of the Executive Chef and Food Service Supervisor, the Cook performs a wide variety of duties relative to the handling, preparation, presentation and service of food for consumption by patients, staff, visitors and community. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Attends production meetings, department meetings, monthly in-services, training classes, etc as assigned. -Anticipates and meets customer needs; takes appropriate steps to rectify issues. -Complies with department, HACCP and regulatory standards for food handling, preparation and service. -Able to adjust food production quantities according to census and retail volume. -Ensures recipe and diet compliance. -Maintains cleanliness of kitchen cooking areas. -Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of all equipment including but not limited to cooking, hot-holding, cooks' refrigeration/freezer equipment, slicers, mixers, blenders, robot coupe, and utility carts. -Demonstrates a positive and friendly attitude. -Prepares daily menu cycle items, specials, and catering as assigned. -Cleans and stocks area after each meal. -Alerts supervisor to any concerns, discrepancies, product shortages, etc. -Actively supports and upholds department goals to maintain or improve customer satisfaction. -Demonstrates a cost-conscious attitude towards product and time utilization. -Willingly adjusts schedule and/or job position to accommodate department's needs. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Servsafe Food Handlers Certification - Servsafe National Restaurant Association preferred Experience Prior food handling and/or grill cook experience preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards. - Must be able to read menus, recipes and instructions in English. - Must be able to communicate in English with coworkers, trayline, diet office. - Must have basic knife skills and be able to operate food service equipment including but not limited to: grill, fryer, slicer, ovens, stovetop, microwave, robot coupe, steamer, kettles, bain marie, mixers, tilt skillet and steamtables. - Independent judgment required. - Must be able to follow lengthy, detailed instructions. - Must be able to read, comprehend and follow recipes. - Must be able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. - Must be able to pleasantly handle large volumes of patient room service requests during peak meal times within the guaranteed time frame. Physical Requirements Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.