Cook / Kitchen Assistant - Massillon

CommQuest Services Inc; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

CEU/Licensure reimbursement

Mental Health days

10 paid holidays annually

Job summary

CommQuest Services Inc. seeks a Cook/Kitchen Assistant at the Massillon Recovery Campus to manage meal preparation, service, dishwashing, and overall kitchen operations. The role supports residents, staff, and visitors while following nutritional and budget standards.

You will work with a dedicated team, share CommQuest's mission, and contribute to positive outcomes in a community-focused setting, with varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Experience cooking in a commercial kitchen or for large groups preferred.
• Able to follow a set menu and account for inventory.
• Willing to receive training and certification through Massillon Health Department.
• Generous time off, including Mental Health days; 10 paid holidays annually.
• Retirement plan with company match; medical, dental and vision plans.
• CEU/Licensure reimbursement and more.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare meals for residents, staff and visitors per menus and budgets.
• Provide meals for residents working or attending school outside the house.
• Assist with food preparation and work therapy in kitchen and dining areas.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary and organized kitchen including dishwashing and dining operations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking

Menu adherence

Inventory management

Food safety

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Real-world impact. Life-changing outcomes.

CommQuest seeks a Cook/Kitchen Assistant at the Massillon Recovery Campus. The cook is responsible for the operation of the food service including meal preparation, serving, dishwashing, and kitchen and dining operations.

In this role, you will:

• Share CommQuest's mission
• Work with an exceptional team
• Make a real difference
• Play a critical role

What is CommQuest?

CommQuest Services is one of the largest non-profit mental health, addiction recovery, and social services organizations in Northeast Ohio, working with clients from more than 34 counties in 12 facilities through more than 20 programs. We help people make positive changes in their lives through in-patient, outpatient and school-based programs, along with supportive services - from basic needs to employment assistance.

What you gain:

• Relationships within the organization
• Visibility into how our community supports those in need
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• Peace of mind knowing you are benefiting the clients we serve and the community at large

What you'll do:

• Plan and prepare meals for residents, staff, and /or visitors according to nutritional and budget standards and planned menus. Assuring menus accommodate residential allergies, special health requirements, etc.
• Provide meals for residents working/attending school outside of the house
• Assist residents with food preparation and work therapy in the kitchen and dining areas
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen including dishwashing, kitchen and dining operations
• All other duties as assigned

Schedule:

Part-Time or Full-Time, dayshift hours, including some weekends/rotations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Previous experience cooking in a commercial kitchen or for large groups preferred
• Must be able to follow a set menu and account for inventory
• Willing to receive training and certification through the Massillon Health Department
• Generous time off, including Mental Health days
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Retirement plan with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• CEU/Licensure reimbursement and more!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.