COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)

AECOM; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated cooks to join their team at a prestigious educational institution. This role involves preparing high-quality meals, ensuring food safety, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. Ideal candidates will have previous culinary experience, a commitment to quality, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about food and enjoy working in a team-oriented atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team that values excellence and contributes to the nourishment of students every day.

Qualifications

• Previous culinary experience in a k12 or higher education setting is preferred.
• Understanding of HACCP standards and food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Ensures proper presentation and serving temperatures.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Safety Standards

Portion Control

Kitchen Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Food Handling Tools

Job description

CulinArt Sector

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time COOK position.

Location: Applewild School - 120 Prospect Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time and part time schedule. Sunday through Saturday, hours may vary; nights and weekends are included. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Previous culinary experience in a k12 or higher education setting is preferred.

Pay Range: $19.00 per hour to $21.00 per hour.

Job Summary: Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
2. Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items.
3. Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
4. Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
5. Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
6. Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
7. Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
8. Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
9. Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
10. Attends in-service and safety meetings.
11. Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers.
12. Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
14. Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
15. Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
16. Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
1. The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
2. The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
3. The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

CulinArt maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:1401614