COOK (FULL TIME)

Worcester, MA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $20.25

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Weekend differential

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Job Description

Morrison Healthcare, a Compass Group company, is a leading provider of food and nutrition services specializing in healthcare facilities across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, Morrison Healthcare has established itself as a trusted partner to numerous hospitals, long-term care facilities, and health systems nationwide. The company is committed to delivering exceptional culinary, nutritional, and operational expertise, supporting the well-being of patients, caregivers, and communities alike. Employing more than 31,000 dedicated team members, including registered dietitians and executive chefs, Morrison Healthcare fosters a collaborative culture that values care, inclusion, and excellence in every aspect of their services.

The current job opening is for a full-time Cook position located at St. Vincent's Hospital in Worcester, Massachusetts. This role plays a vital part in ensuring high-quality food preparation and service that meets federal, state, and corporate standards. Working with Morrison Healthcare means engaging in meaningful work that nourishes patients and supports health outcomes while upholding the highest standards of detail, quality, and professionalism.

As a Cook at St. Vincent's Hospital, you will prepare food according to standardized recipes and nutritional guidelines, ensuring that meals are delivered on schedule and presented attractively and safely. This role requires attention to detail, a commitment to food safety and hygiene, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment. You will also be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order in the kitchen, managing food storage according to safety protocols, and assisting with inventory and equipment maintenance. The position includes varied shifts covering early mornings and daytime hours, with rotating weekends, allowing for some flexibility and balance.

Morrison Healthcare offers competitive fixed pay at a rate of $20.25 per hour alongside benefits such as medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plans, paid time off, and weekend differentials. The company promotes a supportive and inclusive workplace where team members can develop professionally while making a tangible impact on patient care through nutrition. The Cook role is suitable for candidates with prior cooking experience who are looking to join a reputable healthcare food service company committed to quality and compassion.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Prior cooking experience preferred
Ability to work full-time shifts including early mornings and rotating weekends
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks in a kitchen setting
Compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations
Ability to follow detailed instructions and recipes accurately
Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills.

Job Qualifications

Prior cooking experience preferred
Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion control guidelines
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment
Good communication skills to work effectively with team members and supervisors
Willingness to work flexible shift times including early mornings and rotating weekends
Commitment to safety procedures and personal protective equipment use
Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in a kitchen environment.

Job Duties

Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules
Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty
Tastes all prepared food items
Uses established ticket collection procedures during service
Responsible for records from area worked during service periods
Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness
Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures
Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat
Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards
Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed
Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required
Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required
Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately
Attends in-service and safety meetings
Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers
Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment
Performs other duties as assigned
Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures
follows HACCP standards
Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others
Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to: The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer. The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.