Cook - Join the Team!

Brown University Health is a renowned healthcare provider known for its commitment to delivering exceptional medical services within a comprehensive and integrated academic health system. The organization places a strong emphasis on its core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, which guide all employees in their daily interactions with patients, customers, and colleagues. As an equal opportunity employer, Brown University Health fosters an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and promotes a culture of trust and collaboration. Situated in Providence, Rhode Island, the institution is dedicated to improving the health status of the community by providing accessible, high-quality healthcare services supported by customer-friendly operations and geographically convenient locations. The Food Service Worker position at Brown University Health plays a critical role in supporting the healthcare team by ensuring the timely preparation and distribution of nutritious meals for hospital patients and staff. Under the supervision of the Food Services Supervisor, the ideal candidate will be responsible for carrying out diverse cooking operations in alignment with dietary guidelines and established safety standards such as HACCP and Food Safety Manager certification requirements. This role demands knowledge of culinary techniques, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining food quality, flavor, and appearance. Employees in this role are expected to embody the organization’s values and success factors, which include trust-building, appreciation of differences, patient and community focus, and effective collaboration. The work schedule involves evening shifts, including every other weekend and 4 or 8-hour weekday shifts, providing flexibility suited to a dynamic hospital environment. A successful candidate for this position will have 2 to 3 years of experience in food service, possess Certified Food Safety Manager credentials, and be adept at coordinating kitchen tasks such as planning cooking schedules, reviewing menus, controlling serving portions, and supervising the proper storage and handling of ingredients. The role is hands-on and requires continuous monitoring of food preparation to ensure all meals meet the nutritional and quality standards required in a medical setting. There is no supervisory responsibility associated with this job, making it ideal for professionals focused on operational excellence in food production without managing teams. The salary range for this hourly role is $17.69 to $27.90, reflecting the skill and responsibility levels required. Employees benefit from working in a supportive, values-driven environment dedicated to excellence in healthcare food services. The position does not require driving and is located at 1011 Veterans Memorial Parkway in Providence. Brown University Health’s commitment to hiring diverse talent and offering meaningful career opportunities makes this role attractive to candidates passionate about both food service and healthcare with a desire to contribute positively to patient and staff well-being.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two to three years experience in food service
• Certification as Food Safety Manager
• Understanding of HACCP food safety protocol
• Ability to follow dietary requirements and recipes accurately
• Availability to work evening shifts and weekends
• No driving required
• No supervisory experience necessary