Cook
Cottage HospitalNew Hampshire, United States
Posted August 11, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Cottage Hospital is a 25‑bed critical access facility located in Woodsville, New Hampshire, dedicated to delivering comprehensive, community‑focused healthcare across the Upper Connecticut River Valley. With a team of 250 employees, 37 licensed medical staff, and 35 volunteers, the hospital offers a full spectrum of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services tailored to the needs of rural residents. Its critical access designation ensures rapid, high‑quality care with a focus on patient safety, accessibility, and continuity. The hospital’s family‑owned heritage and strong volunteer culture foster a collaborative, compassionate environment that attracts professionals committed to making a tangible difference in a close-knit community.
Job Description
Responsible for all food preparation, production and ordering for all patient meals, staff, guest meals, and special functions according to the Cottage Hospital Dietary requirements.
Requirements
- Follows HAACP food safety guidelines.
- Oversees dietary staff in food preparation, tray service, and dishwashing.
- Prepares food efficiently, ensuring quality, correct temperature, consistency, and appearance.
- Delivers trays to patients, providing courteous service and fulfilling food requests that align with dietary needs.
- Reviews menus and plans cooking schedules to ensure food is ready on time.
- Follows proper food handling and storage practices, ensuring correct temperatures, labeling, and stock rotation.
- Follows safety protocols when using kitchen equipment and practices proper cleaning techniques.
