Cook/Chef

Food Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes, dietary guidelines, and physician-ordered meal plans (e.g., diabetic, renal, cardiac, low-sodium, texture-modified diets).
• Ensure all food items are prepared timely for patient meal service, cafeteria service, and special dietary requests.
• Adjust recipes and portion sizes to meet individual patient nutritional requirements.

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards, including HACCP procedures and local health regulations.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, labeling, and rotation of food items (FIFO).
• Keep workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas clean, sanitized, and compliant with infection-control protocols.

Menu Compliance & Coordination

• Follow daily menus and production schedules provided by the dietitian or food service manager.
• Collaborate with dietitians, nutritionists, and nursing staff to ensure meals meet patient dietary needs and restrictions.
• Assist in planning and adjusting menus based on patient feedback, seasonal availability, and nutritional standards.

Quality Control

• Monitor food quality, taste, temperature, and presentation before service.
• Ensure meals are prepared in a manner that is appealing, nutritious, and appropriate for patients’ medical conditions.
• Identify and report issues related to food quality, equipment malfunctions, or supply shortages.

Communication & Customer Service

• Communicate effectively with food service staff, dietitians, nurses, and other hospital personnel.
• Address patient meal concerns or preferences within dietary guidelines.
• Provide courteous, patient-centered service while respecting privacy and confidentiality.

Inventory & Equipment

• Assist with inventory management, including checking deliveries and reporting discrepancies.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report any maintenance needs.
• Help reduce food waste through proper planning, preparation, and portioning.

Teamwork & Compliance

• Train and assist new kitchen staff as needed.
• Participate in ongoing training related to food safety, infection control, and nutrition updates.
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety procedures, and emergency protocols.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person