Indian Cook

Job Description – Cook (Hospital Canteen)Job Title: Cook – Hospital Canteen

Location: Hospital Canteen

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Cook to prepare hygienic, nutritious, and tasty meals for hospital patients, attendants, and staff. The candidate should be able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and safety.

• Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks as per the daily menu.
• Cook patient diets (Normal, Soft, Liquid, and Special Diets) as instructed.
• Prepare food for hospital staff and visitors in the canteen.
• Ensure food is prepared fresh, hygienically, and served on time.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, utensils, and cooking equipment.
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards.
• Store raw materials properly and monitor stock.
• Minimize food wastage and use ingredients efficiently.
• Coordinate with the canteen supervisor regarding daily requirements.
• Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues.
• Assist in receiving and checking food supplies.
• Required SkillsExperience in preparing Indian vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals (if applicable).
• Knowledge of hospital diet preparation is preferred.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and sanitation.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet meal timings.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods.
• QualificationsMinimum: 10th Pass.
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• 2–5 years of experience in a hospital, hotel, hostel, or industrial canteen is preferred.
• Working Hours 12–18 hour shifts (including weekends and holidays ).
• Salary₹15,000 – ₹18,000 per month (Negotiable based on experience).
• Meals during duty.
• Preferred CandidateExperience in hospital or institutional kitchens.
• Knowledge of patient diet preparation.
• Honest, punctual, disciplined, and committed to maintaining high hygiene standards.