Cook

Berkshirejobs; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs & HRAs

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Berkshirejobs is seeking a dependable Cook to join our Dietary team. Under the direction of the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef, the Cook prepares high-quality, nutritionally balanced, buffet-style meals for patients and staff.

Qualified candidates should be flexible and willing to support dining room setup, meal service, sanitation, and related duties. The role requires following safe food handling practices, assisting with menu planning, inventory, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospital or healthcare food service preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and portion control.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, buffet-style and made-to-order meals for 50–100+ people, three meals per day.
• Ensure proper procedures for receiving, storage, food prep, service, sanitation and cleaning.
• Contribute to menu planning and development.
• Assist with inventory reconciliation and communicate supply needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and utensils are clean and in good working order.
• Prepare food for special events as needed.
• Support the Dietary team with additional duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.

Skills

Food safety

Buffet service

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking a dependable, organized Cook to join our Dietary team. Under the direction of the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef, the Cook prepares high-quality, nutritionally balanced, buffet-style meals for patients and staff. Qualified candidates should be flexible and willing to support dining room setup, meal service, sanitation, and related duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, nutritious buffet-style and made-to-order meals for 50–100+ people, three meals per day.
• Help ensure proper procedures are followed for receiving, storage, food preparation, service, sanitation, and cleaning.
• Contribute to menu planning and development.
• Assist with inventory reconciliation and communicate supply needs in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and utensils are clean, safe, and in good working order.
• Prepare food and provide service for special events as needed.
• Support the Dietary team with additional duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.

Benefits

• Shift differentials for evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Health insurance: medical, dental, and vision coverage available on day one.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with generous employer contribution.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Reimbursement Account.
• Generous paid time off (PTO), sick time (EIB), and twelve paid holidays.