Lead Cook (part-time)

Trinity Health Senior Communities; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

DailyPay

Referral Program

Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000)

Vendor discounts

Day-1 medical/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Beaven Kelly Home in Holyoke, MA, is seeking a skilled Lead Cook for a part-time 12-hour day shift. You will prepare, season, and cook meals for residents, supervise other cooks, maintain recipes, and assist the Food Service Director with administrative tasks.

Responsibilities include ensuring food quality and sanitation, complying with regulations, managing daily kitchen operations, receiving orders, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Up to 1 year of technical training in cooking techniques and 1–2 years of related work experience.
• ServSafe Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily performance of cooks, promoting food quality, presentation, and sanitation.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist the Food Service Director in administrative tasks when needed.
• Receive orders and obtain necessary food items; prepare and mix ingredients for meals.
• Cook regular and diet menu items according to recipes.
• Inspect and taste food for seasoning, quality, and temperature.
• Maintain timely preparation of menu items and adjust production accordingly.
• Operate kitchen equipment (ovens, grills, toasters, fryers, mixers, blenders).
• Maintain records of food supplies and ingredients used.
• Transport and store food, keeping work areas clean.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical culinary training

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description:

Every Tuesday: 6:30am-6:30pm

Compensation: $22.25 - $25.57 per hour, depending on verification of experience and qualifications.

Position Purpose:

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Lead Cook to join our team at the Beaven Kelly Home. As a Lead Cook, you will prepare, season, and cook food for residents, employees, and visitors, ensuring food quality and adherence to established recipes and menus. You will also oversee the work of other cooks and assist the Food Service Director in various administrative tasks.

What You Will Do:

• Oversee daily performance of cooks, promoting food quality, presentation, and sanitation.

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

• Support daily operations of the dietary department in the absence of the Food Service Director.

• Receive orders, obtain necessary food items, and measure and mix ingredients for soups, entrees, casseroles, and more.

• Cook regular and diet menu items according to recipes.

• Inspect and taste food for correct seasoning, quality, and temperature.

• Ensure timely preparation of menu items and adjust food production levels as needed.

• Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, toasters, fryers, mixers, and blenders.

• Maintain records of food supplies and ingredients used.

• Transport foodstuffs, ensure proper storage, and maintain cleanliness of work areas.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Up to one year of technical training in cooking techniques and one to two years of related work experience.

• ServSafe Certification

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Opportunity to get paid daily – through DailyPay

• Referral Program

• Up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually!

• Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE!

• Day-1 low cost medical, dental and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information: Beaven Kelly Home, a residential care facility, provides residents with the freedom to come and go as they please, along with the reassurance of around-the-clock assistance from professional nursing and support staff. We also offer respite care for elders, providing temporary relief for their regular caregivers. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for our residents by promoting independence, autonomy, and individual choices in a compassionate and respectful community.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.