Cook/Nutritionist & Assistant Cook – Early Education and Care

18 Degrees, Inc.; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Part time

Job summary

18 Degrees, Inc. in Pittsfield, Massachusetts is seeking a Cook to prepare meals and manage kitchen operations for a child care program. The role includes daily meal preparation, transportation of meals to other sites, and ensuring food safety through ServSafe training.

Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma, experience in a kitchen, and knowledge of allergen safety. The position offers 30 hours per week with a pay rate of $18.50 and full benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certification in ServSafe and Allergen Awareness required.
• 1 year of basic kitchen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals and oversee kitchen operations.
• Manage food deliveries and proper documentation.
• Support and coach interns in kitchen tasks.

Skills

Basic Kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge (ServSafe)

Allergen Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification

Job description

18 Degrees is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – and could be where your new career does the same! At 18 Degrees, we cultivate teams and leaders to embrace the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusiveness to support the needs of our community.

Job Summary (Overall Purpose/Function of Position)

Cook position (30 hours/week with all Benefits) will support child care program by preparing daily meals and daily operations in the kitchen, preparation of foods, delivery of foods, tracking allergens, cleaning and maintenance. Cross training for necessary coverage of operations and supply orders, inventory during the absence of the supervisor. Complete necessary records and documentation in systems. Coach future Cooks by supporting Interns from local high school.

Childcare Meal Coverage

• Trained to cover meals service and support childcare program.
• Transport meals to other sites.
• Cook additional meals service required for all school age programs during school breaks.
• Gain knowledge through ServSafe and CACFP trainings to allow for oversight of food allergies and child safety.
• Trained on receiving food deliveries, including documentation & proper handling of products.
• Fill in for Cook/Nutritionist Operations when taking time off (personal, sick & vacation).

Qualification Requirements

Education: High School Diploma or GED, ServSafe [Required], Allergen Awareness

Experience: Basic Kitchen experience 3 months to 1 year

Pay Rate: $18.50

AA/EOE