Lead School Cook — Family‑Friendly Day Shift

Whitsons Culinary Group; Pepperell (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with opportunities for

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off and holidays

A welcoming, supportive team

Impact through food

Job summary

Whitsons Culinary Group in Pepperell, MA is seeking a Lead Cook to join our school nutrition team at North Middlesex MS. You will lead meal preparation and service, ensuring healthy, appetizing meals that support student success while following daily menus and portion guidelines.

The role offers family-friendly hours, paid training, and the chance to mentor kitchen staff. Requirements include at least one year of culinary or food service experience and ServSafe certification or willingness to

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional culinary or food service experience.
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food safety.
• Ability to lead a kitchen team in a positive, collaborative way.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and service of meals according to menus and guidelines.
• Organize kitchen operations to ensure safety, presentation, and on-time service.
• Support and guide team members in maintaining a clean, efficient kitchen.
• Oversee food orders, inventory, and deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and allergy accommodations.
• Maintain production sheets and temperature logs.

Skills

Culinary experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Leadership

Time management

Healthy meals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Whitsons Culinary Group in Pepperell, MA is seeking a Lead Cook to join our school nutrition team at North Middlesex MS. You will lead meal preparation and service, ensuring healthy, appetizing meals that support student success while following daily menus and portion guidelines.

The role offers family-friendly hours, paid training, and the chance to mentor kitchen staff. Requirements include at least one year of culinary or food service experience and ServSafe certification or willingness to