FT/PT Cook; NON-RESTAURANT Setting, Bonus!

Shelby American, Inc.; Great Barrington (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated cook to join their compassionate team in a private treatment center. This role offers an opportunity to enhance culinary skills under talented chefs while contributing to a meaningful mission. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to kitchen sanitation and safety, along with proper knife skills and food preparation experience. With a focus on teamwork and dependability, this position promises a rewarding work environment set in the beautiful Berkshire Mountains. If you're eager to grow and make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Flexible spending arrangements

Free meals

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience as a cook is preferred.
• Commitment to kitchen sanitation and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute complete family style/buffet meals for 20-30 people.
• Work in a professional kitchen environment with a small team.

Skills

Knife skills

Food preparation

Knowledge of sauté

Grilling

Frying

Kitchen sanitation

Job description

Description

The Center for Motivation & Change has been providing compassionate, collaborative and expert evidence-based treatment for people struggling with substance problems for the last 10 years. CMC:Berkshires is our private 13-bed residential treatment center located on 200 acres in the Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts. We are driven by optimism about people’s capacity to change and by our commitment to the science of change.

Compensation: $21+/hour, commensurate with experience (non-exempt/overtime eligible)

Job Type: Full-time or Part-Time / 2-5 Shifts per week, including days, nights (out by 7:45pm!), and weekends

We are seeking a professional, kind, self-motivated individual to join our small team in a NON-RESTAURANT SETTING. We need someone who wants to work, is eager to contribute to the mission of the organization, and is looking to grow. This is an excellent opportunity to enhance knowledge and skills under the direction of talented chefs. Dependability, commitment to a regular schedule, and reliable transportation are absolute requirements. Must be able to execute complete, family style/buffet meals for 20-30 people. The environment is highly professional but not sterile, low pressure in a well-maintained kitchen.

Experience

• Minimum two years experience as a cook is preferred - in restaurant, foodservice, or institutional setting

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (for benefit-eligible employees)
• Paid time off and Holiday pay
• Retirement savings - 401(k) with employer match
• Life insurance and short-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending and dependent care arrangements
• Professional development and Lifestyle Stipend
• Other perks: free meals, use of fitness center, discounted massage and personal training/fitness instruction rates, stunning work setting

Requirements

• Proper knife skills and food preparation
• Knowledge of sauté, grill, and frying
• Commitment to kitchen sanitation and safety standards (ServSafe Certification a plus)
• Must be able to lift and carry 25-50 lbs, stand for long periods of time, withstand frequent up-and-down/twisting/repetitive movements, and reach with hands/arms to handle objects, tools or controls.