Cook

About the role

This role is per diem, 6am-230pm Monday-Friday + every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to standardized recipes, portion sizes, presentation guidelines, and quality standards.
• Independently manage an assigned kitchen station (such as grill, sauté, pantry, fryer, or pastry), ensuring efficient workflow and timely meal preparation.
• Utilize a variety of cooking techniques, including grilling, roasting, baking, sautéing, frying, and steaming, to prepare menu items.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation while following all food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards.
• Monitor ingredient levels within assigned station, communicate inventory needs, and assist with stocking and replenishment.
• Properly store, label, rotate, and handle food items using FIFO (First In, First Out) and established food safety practices.
• Inspect ingredients and finished products to ensure freshness, quality, and compliance with department standards.
• Work collaboratively with chefs, cooks, and other team members to maintain efficient kitchen operations during peak service periods.
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas in accordance with safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Follow all organizational policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, restaurant, healthcare, hospitality, or institutional food service environment preferred.
• Experience preparing food in a high-volume setting is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Culinary Arts preferred.
• Line Cook or Related Experience 1-2 years required.

Skills

• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and safe food handling practices.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing demands.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift, carry, and move food, supplies, and equipment as needed.

Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, 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.

Pay

$18.58 - $26.58/Hourly Grade 3

Schedule

Day (United States of America)