Cook II: Steady, Large-Kitchen Role with Benefits

The State of New Hampshire; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 4,341,000 - 4,342,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire is seeking a kitchen worker to perform semi-skilled food preparation and service in a large-scale institutional kitchen. You will follow established menus and recipes, supporting independent work while maintaining sanitation and safety standards.

The role offers the possibility of trainee status with a lower pay rate. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to work weekends and varied shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent credential.
• Ability to tolerate heat, steam, and cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts to support staffing needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks a variety of food items in accordance with standardized recipes and established menus, ensuring proper taste, appearance, and portioning.
• Performs and guides others in performing routine food preparation tasks, including washing, cutting, and portioning ingredients, and ensuring readiness for meal service.
• Prepares and assists with meals that meet special dietary or therapeutic requirements, following prescribed guidelines.
• Coordinates with other kitchen staff to support timely meal preparation and service, and kitchen organization.
• Monitors and records food temperatures during storage, preparation, and service and ensures compliance with food safety standards.
• Ensures proper storage and rotation of food supplies in accordance with established procedures (e.g., First In, First Out) and identifies low stock levels.
• Cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas, and ensures sanitation standards are consistently maintained by self and others.
• Operates standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently and identifies or reports malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Assists with inventory activities, including stock checks and notifying supervisors of supply needs.
• Follows and reinforces adherence to facility policies and procedures, including those related to safety, sanitation, and security.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen safety

Teamwork

Endurance

Weekend shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The State of New Hampshire is seeking a kitchen worker to perform semi-skilled food preparation and service in a large-scale institutional kitchen. You will follow established menus and recipes, supporting independent work while maintaining sanitation and safety standards.

The role offers the possibility of trainee status with a lower pay rate. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to work weekends and varied shifts.