Second Cook

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance our mission as a not-for-profit supporting patient care, research, teaching, and community service. We strive to provide exceptional care and believe high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries.

About the role

Serve as a team lead while assisting with the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of a variety of food items, including meats, vegetables, soups, and breakfast dishes. Support efficient kitchen operations and ensure quality standards are maintained across all meals.

Patient Care Requirement: No

Responsibilities

• Prepare 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma in Culinary Arts preferred.
• 3–5 years of Line Cook or related experience preferred.
• Experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.

Skills

• 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.

Pay

Pay range: $17.71–$24.28/hour. Minimum starting pay: $17.71.

Schedule

• Per Diem (on-call) employee type.
• Rotating shifts.
• Scheduled weekly hours: 0 (as needed).
• Work location: 75 Francis Street, onsite.