Full-Time Behavioral Health Cook — Nutritious Menus

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health Behavioral Services in Lynn is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook a wide variety of meals for clients, staff and visitors. The role includes planning cooking schedules to meet mealtime timing and ensuring nutritious, well-balanced dishes.

The schedule runs Friday to Monday 9:00am–5:30pm. The position offers benefits starting day one, with opportunities for holiday meal preparation, kitchen cleanliness, and collaboration with the program director to maintain supplies.

Qualifications

• Highschool Diploma or GED is required.
• Food service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and follows a weekly menu to meet USDA requirements, ensuring proper taste and temperature.
• Prepares healthy, well-balanced meals and snacks that meet meal schedules.
• Inspects all food for quality and quantity prior to serving.
• Prepares meals for special events and holidays.
• Keeps food waste to a minimum and maintains portion control.
• Opens and closes the kitchen and ensures proper food storage.
• Collaborates with the program director to order and maintain supplies.

Skills

Food service experience

Menu planning

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health Behavioral Services in Lynn is seeking a Cook to prepare and cook a wide variety of meals for clients, staff and visitors. The role includes planning cooking schedules to meet mealtime timing and ensuring nutritious, well-balanced dishes.

The schedule runs Friday to Monday 9:00am–5:30pm. The position offers benefits starting day one, with opportunities for holiday meal preparation, kitchen cleanliness, and collaboration with the program director to maintain supplies.