Ente Ospedaliero Cantonale (EOC)
Lugano
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Cook AFC
- 31 January 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Lugano
Job summary
EOC is a multisite hospital in Ticino with 1,000 beds. Join us for a fulfilling career in a collaborative environment.
Tasks
- Prepare meals for patients and staff in a multicultural setting.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
- Collaborate effectively with team members and other departments.
Skills
- Federal certificate as a cook and solid restaurant experience required.
- Strong knowledge of HACCP and food techniques essential.
- Fluency in Italian and another national language preferred.
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About the job
The EOC, the multi-site hospital of Ticino, is present with its institutes throughout the entire cantonal territory for a total of 1,000 beds. The organization effectively combines a local approach with an overall vision, guaranteeing the population a comprehensive and nearby hospital offer, regardless of where the services are requested.
Thanks to the commitment and competence of over 6,500 collaborators and their attention to human relations, the EOC ensures quality healthcare by caring for over 41,000 inpatients annually and providing over 600,000 outpatient consultations.
To complete our team of the Hospitality Services of the Regional Hospital of Lugano, we are looking for a one-year fixed-term contract with possible renewal for a
Cook AFC (50 - 70%)
Profile:
The ideal candidate has professional experience as a Cook in medium/large private or public organizations. They feel comfortable in a multicultural context and know how to manage interpersonal relationships with all stakeholders. They are willing, flexible to change, enthusiastic about bringing new ideas, and able to ensure quality while respecting times and procedures.
Necessary requirements:
- Federal certificate of capacity as Cook;
- Solid experience in the catering sector;
- Strong knowledge of equipment, food techniques, and HACCP standards;
- Ability to plan work effectively and efficiently;
- Autonomy, adaptability, flexibility, confidentiality;
- Teamwork orientation;
- Fluency in Italian (spoken and written) and a second national language (Fr/De);
- Good computer skills.
Start date:
Complete applications including curriculum vitae, cover letter, copies of study and work certificates must be submitted by February 13, 2026, only electronically on our company website.
Applications sent by mail or email will not be considered, nor will applications that do not meet the required criteria.
Further information can be requested from Ms. Tania Antoniou, Head of Hospitality Services ORL (+41(0) 91 811 62 72).
