Full Time Cook

The Home for Little Wanderers; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Massachusetts is seeking a Full Time Cook for its Walpole residential and school campus. This role involves meal preparation, kitchen maintenance, and collaboration with a Dietitian to create seasonal menus. The position offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to impact the lives of youth positively.

Benefits

Generous time off with up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees

Health and Dental Insurance immediately upon hire

Tuition reimbursement up to $2,400 per fiscal year

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in large cooking/kitchen environment preferred.
• ServSafe certification and Food Allergy Training required.
• Skilled in following USDA recipes and preparing meals from a cycle menu.

Responsibilities

• Plan seasonal cycle menus with the Dietitian under the Food Services Manager.
• Cook and prepare meals, responsible for stocking and maintaining a clean kitchen.
• Maintain records for food safety and production as required.

Skills

Cooking skilled

Food Safety compliance

Menu planning

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

The Home in Walpole/ Clifford Academy seeks a Full Time Cook for their Walpole, MA residential and school campus, serving breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner meals. The Cook position has the following responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Food Services Manager, participate in the planning of seasonal cycle menus with The Home's Dietitian.
• Cooks and prepares meals as required.
• Responsible for stocking and stock rotation.
• Receives and stores all food in compliance with food safety standards.
• Maintains a clean and organized kitchen.
• Maintains record keeping as required by Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for the school programs (i.e. Food Safety logs and Daily Food production records for breakfast and lunch, inventory and purchasing records).
• Work Schedule: FT Tuesday to Saturday 6:30AM-3:00PM.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 – 3 years working in a large cooking/kitchen environment preferred.
• ServSafe certification and Food Allergy Training required.
• Skilled Cook with ability to follow USDA recipes and prepare meals from a cycle menu.
• Prior experience working in a residential/institutional kitchen preferred.
  
  

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of countless youth, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
• Health and Dental Insurance that is effective immediately upon hire
• Extensive training to new staff
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!
  
  

Valuing Diversity

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.