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Cook III (Per Diem)

Location Lowell, Massachusetts, 01852-1311 Job Id R14737 Department Dietary Services Part time
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JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a full time Cook to work in our Lowell General - Main Campus Kitchen!

Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, grill, broil and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods: to include Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Special/Catered Events. This includes all areas of food production –Patient, Retail and Catering. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but Hospital / Department may identify other responsibilities of the position as needed.

Hours: Per Diem 1st and 2nd shifts - varied hours

5:30am - 8:30pm shift availability required

Weekend & Holiday shifts required

Location: Lowell General- Main Campus Kitchen

Job Duties:

  • Reads food order or receives verbal instructions on food required by patron, and prepares and cooks food according to instructions.

  • Provides the highest quality of service to customers at all times.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Tastes products, reads menus, estimates food requirements, checks production, and keeps records in order to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment.

  • Cleans and sanitizes work stations and equipment and must follow all Hospital / Department and regulatory rules and procedures.

  • Complies with all Hospital and department HACCP policies and procedures.

  • Prepare meals for customers requiring special diets.

  • May produce some batch goods using basic cooking techniques for café service.

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule

  • Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).

  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds

  • Able to adapt to the needs of the department on short notice.
     

Requirements: 

  • Two (2) years of related experience in a food services environment or restaurant. 
     

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Associates degree in culinary arts, cooking, or similar area of study. 

2. Three (3) years of experience as a cook in food services or restaurant. 

3. High School diploma or equivalent.

4. ServSafe certification  

What We Offer: 

  • Competitive salaries & benefits

  • 403(b) retirement with company match

  • Free on-campus parking
     

About Lowell General Hospital:

Lowell General Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit community hospital serving the Greater Lowell area and surrounding communities. With two primary campuses located in Lowell, Massachusetts, we are the second-largest community hospital in Massachusetts. We have the latest state-of-the-art technology and a full range of medical and surgical services for patients, from newborns to seniors.


Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.

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Location Lowell, Massachusetts, 01852-1311
JobId R14737
Department Dietary Services
Hiring Type Part time