Cook
Mass General Brigham
United States of America
Job posting number: #7366566 (Ref:RQ4053217)
Posted: June 28, 2026
Job Description
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 Summary
Under the supervision of the Executive Chef and Food Service Supervisor, the Cook is responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving high-quality meals for patients, staff, and visitors.This role ensures food is prepared safely, meets dietary requirements, and is delivered with consistency and efficiency in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
This position does not provide direct patient care.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook daily menu items, specials, and catering orders as assigned
- Follow standardized recipes and ensure compliance with dietary and nutrition requirements
- Adjust food production volumes based on patient census and retail demand
- Utilize batch cooking methods to maintain food quality and freshness
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas and all cooking equipment
- Adhere to HACCP, regulatory, and department food safety standards
- Set up, stock, and clean workstations before and after meal service
- Provide excellent customer service and respond to needs or concerns promptly
- Monitor inventory and report shortages or issues to leadership
- Support department goals to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Demonstrate cost-conscious use of food, supplies, and time
- Participate in meetings, trainings, and departmental initiatives
- Show flexibility to support operational needs and scheduling demands
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to read, understand, and follow recipes, menus, and instructions in English
- Strong communication skills with kitchen staff, tray line, and diet office teams
- Proficiency with commercial kitchen equipment (grill, fryer, ovens, steamers, kettles, slicers, mixers, etc.)
- Basic knife skills and safe food handling practices
- Strong multitasking and time management skills in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage high-volume meal service, including patient room service demands
- Ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of quality and safety
- Demonstrates professionalism and commitment to service excellence (I CARE standards)
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred (experience may substitute)
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification preferred
- 2-5 yrs cooking or food handling experience preferred
Monday-Friday 3:30pm-7:30pm
Minimum Starting Payrate
$18.56
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$18.56 - $27.58/HourlyGrade
SF1130EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At 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.


