Culinary Line Cook

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

403(b)

Educational assistance

Medical, dental, vision

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network, Inc. is seeking a Culinary Line Cook to join the SUD team in Western Massachusetts. You will prepare meals, uphold food safety standards, and support daily kitchen operations in a mission-driven behavioral health setting.

This role offers competitive benefits including PTO, retirement plans, and educational assistance, with a focus on HEART values and teamwork. Pay starts around $23 per hour, reflecting experience and location.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in high-volume culinary setting; SUD/health care preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to approved menus, recipes, and portion standards.
• Support timely productions and service of all scheduled meals.
• Maintain food quality, temperature, and presentation.
• Perform dishwashing and maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Complete required temperature logs and cleaning checklists.
• Maintain clean/organized workstations.
• Comply with inspection and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with prep, cooking, and service.
• Support proper storage, labeling, and inventory rotations.
• Receive and put away deliveries.
• Participate in daily cleaning and closing procedures.

Skills

Culinary skills

High-volume cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence in communities throughout the state, we are currently seeking a Culinary Line Cook to join our Substance Use Disorder (SUD) team and help advance our mission of empowering people to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

What We Offer:

Purpose-Driven Work – Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.

• Professional Growth – Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region's largest behavioral health organizations.

Supportive Team Culture – Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.

• Stability & Opportunity – Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Generous PTO, 403(b),educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work – Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare food according to approved menus, recipes, and portion standards
• Support timely productions and service of all scheduled meals
• Maintain food quality, temperature, and presentation
• Perform dishwashing and maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas
• Food safety and compliance:
  • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
  • Complete required temperature logs and cleaning checklists
  • Maintain clean/organized workstations
  • Comply with inspection and regulatory requirements
• Kitchen operations support:
  • Assist with prep, cooking, and service
  • Support proper storage, labeling, and inventory rotations
  • Receive and put away deliveries
  • Participate in daily cleaning and closing procedures

Who You Are

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Experience working in a high-volume culinary setting (SUD, long-term care, or health care preferred, but not required)

We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values—Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you’re ready to bring your skills and experience to a mission-driven organization where your work can make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Pay: $23 per hour

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