What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cook position at Tufts Medical Center?
Under general supervision, this position prepares meals for staff and visitors using the Hospital's standards of accuracy, quantity, appearance and quality. This position is responsible to accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Special/Catered Events) in all areas of food production (Patient, Retail and Catering).
Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week) with variable shifts
6am-2:30pm & 12pm-8:30p; weekend availability preferred
Location: TMC: 800 Washington St Boston
Minimum Qualifications:
1. One (1) year of related experience in a food services environment or restaurant.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Training in an apprenticeship program, vocation, or cooking school.
2. High School diploma or equivalent.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Followings the menu prepares and cooks food for all regular and modified diet meals assuring quantity, quality and timeliness of the meals according to designated recipes and daily production sheets.
2. Practices accepted HACCP food a production and food handling principles. Utilizes hairnet, gloves, apron, etc. to optimize infection control and cleanliness per regulations.
3. Reviews menus and prepares any food items that can be prepared in advance and stores appropriately.
4. Follows basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other food items for consumption in eating establishments.
5. Prepares foods by operating a variety of kitchen equipment to measure and mix ingredients, washing, peeling, cutting and shredding fruits and vegetables, and trimming and cutting meat, poultry or fish for culinary use.
What We Offer:
Competitive salaries & benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision benefits that start on day one!
403(b) retirement with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Guaranteed hours and set schedule
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$18.81 - $23.51
Salary : $19 - $24