Cook

Meriwether Godsey; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Uniforms

Meals

Training & mentorship

Health benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a full-time Cook at Brooks School in North Andover, MA. The role involves the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events for a boarding school community.

You will work Monday-Thursday 12 pm–7:30 pm and Sunday 9 am–6:30 pm, with hourly pay ranging from $21 to $26 depending on experience. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of cook experience in production kitchen or contract dining.
• ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments.
• Ability to measure products and convert units of measure.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility: ability to switch between locations and job duties.
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and portion large quantities of meat, fish, fowl, vegetables, cereals, soups, sauces, fruits, bread, desserts, and other food items.
• Prepare items in batches as close to serving time as possible to ensure quality and limit over-production.
• Follow recipes and recommend changes in recipes and cooking methods to improve products and ensure the highest quality food preparation and presentation.
• Cook, maintain, and store all foods at/to required temperatures.
• Take and record temperatures, following all required food handling and sanitation standards to ensure food safety.
• Maintain accurate records of production amounts, attendance & left-over amounts to assist in efficient forecasting information.
• Assist with the organization and sanitation of coolers, freezers, and storerooms: all items covered, labeled, and dated.
• Attend production meetings daily, offering input concerning leftover utilization, efficiency, product quality, etc.
• Perform all duties in accordance with food safety and sanitation best practices.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

High-volume service

Measurement skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

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Cook

BSMA Hourly Full-Time 9 Month hourly - 19 Pay Full-Time Brooks School, North Andover, MA, US

Salary Range: $21.00 To $26.00 Hourly

M eriwether Godsey is looking for a full-time Cook responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events at the Brooks School, a boarding school serving over 500 students, faculty, and staff on a 270-acre campus overlooking beautiful Lake Cochichewick in North Andover, MA.

• Full-time
• Monday-Thursday 12 pm- 7:30 pm and Sunday 9 am- 6:30 pm
• Free Meals
• $21.00-$26.00 Per Hour Depending on Experience

What the Cook will do:

• Participate in the preparation, cooking, and portioning of large quantities of meat, fish, fowl, vegetables, cereals, soups, sauces, fruits, bread, desserts, and other food items
• Prepare items in batches as close to serving time as possible to ensure quality and limit over-production, using good judgment in timing to ensure service without interruption
• Follow recipes and recommend changes in recipes and cooking methods to improve products and ensure the highest quality food preparation and presentation
• Cook, maintain, and store all foods at/to required temperatures
• Take and record temperatures, following all required food handling and sanitation standards to ensure food safety
• Maintain accurate records of production amounts, attendance & left-over amounts to assist in efficient forecasting information
• Assist with the organization and sanitation of coolers, freezers, and storerooms: all items covered, labeled, and dated
• Attend production meetings daily, offering input concerning leftover utilization, efficiency, product quality, etc.
• Perform all duties in accordance with food safety and sanitation best practices
• Other duties, as assigned

What the Cook will need:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience as a cook is desired, production kitchen or contract dining experience ( 2-4 prior experience preferred)
• ServSafe® Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Experience with high-volume food service operations, preferably in school environments
• Ability to measure products and convert units of measure
• High levels of professionalism, strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility: ability to switch between locations and job duties
• Growing knowledge of sustainable practices

What the Cook will get:

• Competitive Pay, Uniforms, Meals, Training and Mentorship, and Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, etc.)

Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded and supported by people who are passionate about serving others.

Enjoy a people- and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey shine and set the standard for hospitality in the New England market! Interested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page

MeriwetherGodsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.