Cook

Veterans Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization dedicated to serving Veterans is seeking a Cook to prepare meals and ensure compliance with dietary needs and safety standards. This role involves both food preparation and management of service requirements for large groups while providing essential support to the Veterans community.

Benefits

BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Disability and Life Insurance

Retirement Plan (403B) with $2000 Match

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in the Food Services Industry.
• ServSafe Certification is required.
• Ability to cater to groups of up to 300 people.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or direct preparation of food served.
• Comply with established sanitation standards and health requirements.
• Assist with periodic inventory checks.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation standards compliance

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts Certificate

Job description

With the belief that they were there when we needed them, so we must be there now that they need us , Veterans Inc., the largest provider of supportive services to Veterans and their families in New England is seeking to fill the Cook position and become a valued member of the Veterans Inc. team!

This position is under the general supervision of the Food Services Manager. The cook will be responsible for preparing and serving meals according to the needs of program participants with all dietary requirements.

This position is split between our Worcester and Shrewsbury locations, weekends will be rotated.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY :

• Prepare or direct preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems.

Determine amount, type and availability of food and supplies required.

• Set steam table; serve or ensure proper serving of food for tray line or dining room.
• Comply with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards.
• Observe proper food preparation and handling techniques.
• Store food properly and safely, marking date and item.
• Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to supervisor.
• Assist with periodic inventory checks and perform other functions such as maintaining records to comply with Veterans Inc., government, state, and local standards.
• Assist with bi-weekly food pantry.
• Assist with food services for special events as assigned, occasionally on evenings or weekends.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE :

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required. Culinary Arts Certificate, or other related fields, preferred.
• Minimum of two years' experience in the Food Services Industry.
• ServSafe Certification required.
• Ability and skill to cater to groups of up to 300 people.
• Must be able to successfully pass a CORI / Background records check.
• Compliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU :

Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time employees includes :

• BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• 2000 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.
• Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

For more information, or to apply now; visit our . Please do not mail, email, or fax your cover letter / resume as we are limited to only accepting completed applications through our . Mailed, emailed, or faxed cover letter, resume, and applications will not be reviewed .

Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status. If you need assistance completing an application please contact .

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.