Cook

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a renowned healthcare organization dedicated to providing high-quality care to diverse communities. It operates several local hospitals and care centers, including the Somerville Campus, focusing on offering comprehensive medical services to patients across various demographics. CHA is known for its commitment to equity, excellence, and community partnership. The organization actively engages with underserved populations, addressing public health challenges and conducting impactful research to eliminate barriers to healthcare access. The healthcare landscape is evolving rapidly, and CHA's strategic plan emphasizes a visionary approach to health equity, excellence, competitive salaries, benefits, and professional development opportunities for its workforce. Employees at CHA often find rewarding, long-term careers, empowered by the organization's supportive and inclusive culture that values each individual's contribution to better health outcomes for all.

The role of Cook within CHA's Food Services Department at the Somerville Campus is a vital position focused on large-scale quantity cooking to support patients, staff, and visitors. The department is committed to preparing and serving delicious, healthy, and nutritious meals that meet various dietary needs and promote patient wellness and recovery. As a Cook, you will engage in preparing a variety of foods including meats, vegetables, fish, salads, soups, sauces, gravies, eggs, desserts, and breads using diverse cooking and preparation methods. This position involves adherence to strict food safety and sanitation standards to ensure all meals contribute positively to the healing environment.

This part-time position offers a work schedule of 24 hours per week, with shifts of either 4 or 8 hours between 5:30 am and 6 pm, including weekend and holiday work requirements. The Cook role includes responsibilities such as supervising less skilled food preparation duties, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of workstations and food storage areas like coolers and racks, and following standardized written recipes to ensure quality and consistency. The ideal candidate will have at least high school diploma or equivalent, prior food service experience, preferably two years in quantity food production, strong English communication skills, and knowledge or training in using food production equipment. CHA values diversity and inclusiveness, fostering a workplace free of discrimination where every team member can thrive and contribute meaningfully.

Joining CHA means becoming part of a passionate team that truly believes in the impact of their work. As healthcare evolves, CHA’s strategic focus on equity and excellence creates an environment where your culinary skills directly support the health and well-being of the community. If you seek to make a tangible difference daily and work in a supportive, growth-oriented organization, the Cook position at CHA Somerville Campus offers a rewarding and meaningful career opportunity.