Part-Time Behavioral Health Kitchen Cook

Southcoast Behavioral Health Hospital; South Dartmouth (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Southcoast Behavioral Health Hospital in Dartmouth, MA is hiring a part-time cook to implement menus and coordinate food preparation and meal service. The role includes supervising helpers, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, inventory control, and collaborating with leadership or dietitians to keep menus varied and nutritious.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, plus culinary education and 2+ years in institutional food service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Additional education or training in the culinary field preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in food service preparing meals for institutions.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare food according to approved menus.
• Direct activities of workers who assist in preparing and serving meals.
• Clean and inspect equipment, kitchen appliances and work areas to ensure cleanliness and functional operation.
• Take inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Work with Food Service leadership or Dietitian to ensure menus are varied, nutritionally balanced and appetizing.
• Perform and coordinate food production, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory control activities.
• Ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, quality standards, cost parameters, and appropriate regulatory requirements.

Skills

Food service experience

ServSafe cert

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary education/training

Job description

Southcoast Behavioral Health Hospital in Dartmouth, MA is hiring a part-time cook to implement menus and coordinate food preparation and meal service. The role includes supervising helpers, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, inventory control, and collaborating with leadership or dietitians to keep menus varied and nutritious.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, plus culinary education and 2+ years in institutional food service.