Relief Cook

Boston, MA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $20.01 - $21.79

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

meal discounts

Job Description

The organization hiring for the Relief Cook - Utility Worker position is a dedicated agency focused on serving community members, particularly those who are experiencing homelessness and are in recovery. This agency serves as an inclusive, compassionate, and supportive environment where diverse staff members can thrive, including individuals with lived experiences of homelessness and recovery. It is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming people from historically marginalized communities such as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) and LGBTQ+ individuals. The agency emphasizes a person-centered, recovery-oriented, and trauma-informed approach to its services and operations.

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Job Requirements

High school degree or equivalent
Minimum of three years related experience in direct food preparation
Valid driver’s license in good standing
Ability to collaborate, communicate, and build team cohesion effectively
Ability to manage complex situations with patience and consistency
Demonstrated integrity, passion, and commitment
Proficiency in English
Ability to multi-task and work in team-oriented environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks
Experience working with external service vendors
Ability to work in fast-paced and stressful environments
Commitment to a person-centered, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed approach
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Willingness to work scheduled weekends, holidays, and evenings
Ability to maintain high standards of sanitation and food safety
Excellent organizational and time management skills

Job Qualifications

High school degree or equivalent
Minimum of three years experience in direct food preparation
Further education in culinary arts a plus
Formal certification in food services preferred
Experience collaborating with external service vendors
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Ability to function well in a fast-paced and stressful environment
Basic understanding and commitment to person-centered, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed approaches
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Valid driver’s license in good standing
Experience working within homeless services preferred
Bilingual in Spanish a plus
Experience with human service shelters or programs a plus
Lived experience with homelessness and/or recovery a plus

Job Duties

Assist Head chef and Sous chef in training and overseeing volunteers and staff in food preparation and service activities
Prepare and distribute meals
Serve nutritious, well-balanced meals
Use donated food items first whenever possible
Set up catering carts
Ensure timely meal delivery and maintenance of quality standards, including proper equipment operation and maintenance
Assure the kitchen is safe and all equipment is clean and sanitized
Minimize waste while ensuring food production quality standards
Watch meal count trends to plan accordingly and ensure proper portion sizes
Practice and ensure high standards in food safety and sanitation, following HACCP procedures and SERV Safe habits
Receive and store food from vendors and donors, inspecting for quality and damage
Perform sanitation duties including pot washing, cleaning equipment, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning kitchen equipment and storage areas
Operate dishwashing machine as needed
Maintain and clean walk-in freezer and dry storage areas
Complete written reports of any incidents or accidents and notify appropriate staff
Work one scheduled weekend day per week and rotate holiday coverage
Make food bank orders and pick-ups as needed
Adhere to agency code of conduct
Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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