Cook- Food and Nutrition

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Cook in Westfield, MA | Baystate Health Careers

Department:
Food and Nutrition

Location:

Baystate Noble Hospital, Westfield, Massachusetts

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Evenings

Make an Impact with Baystate Health

Baystate Health is seeking a Cook to join our Food & Nutrition team at Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield, Massachusetts
. Our Food & Nutrition team plays an essential role in supporting patients, visitors, and staff by preparing nutritious, high-quality meals in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

The Cook role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the patient experience while working as part of a collaborative team dedicated to food quality, safety, and exceptional service. This position is ideal for individuals who take pride in their culinary skills and enjoy contributing to a healthcare environment where the work they do directly supports patient care.

• Prepares and cooks food according to established recipes, menus, production schedules, and quality standards to ensure nutritious and appealing meals are available to patients, staff, and visitors.
• Follows standardized recipes and portion-control guidelines to maintain consistency, quality, and appropriate nutritional requirements.
• Prepares meals and modified diets according to patient needs and established dietary guidelines, paying close attention to special diets and food restrictions.
• Maintains high standards of food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene in accordance with hospital policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Operates, cleans, and maintains kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, reporting equipment concerns or maintenance needs as appropriate.
• Monitors food temperatures and follows proper food handling, storage, labeling, and sanitation procedures to promote patient and food safety.
• Works collaboratively with Food & Nutrition Services team members to meet meal production schedules and ensure timely delivery of meals and services.
• Maintains an organized, clean, and efficient work area and assists with additional food service duties as needed to support department operations and patient satisfaction.
• Job Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Shift: Rotating
• Hours: Evenings
• Schedule: 8-hour shifts
• Other Scheduling Requirements: Rotating Holidays

At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization.

Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.
• Tuition & Training: Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.
• Career Growth: Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
• Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.
• Sign-On Bonuses: If applicable, Sign-On bonuses are paid to external hires only and are not applicable to internal or company transfers, unless otherwise specified. Former employees are eligible after one-year post-separation from Baystate Health
• Retirement: Retirement savings and employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO for eligible employees.

Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts.…