Cook - Bowman Place

Whitsons Culinary Group•Bedford, NH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook prepares and cooks meals according to healthcare dietary guidelines and patient menus, supporting patients’ wellness and recovery. The role involves safe, attractive meal preparation; following special-diet, allergy, and food-restriction procedures; and maintaining a clean, sanitized, organized kitchen. The Cook works with dietary and clinical staff to meet patients’ nutritional and medical needs and contributes to a supportive, patient-centered food service team. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with days and hours aligned with the school district’s food service schedule. It is primarily site-based, with occasional travel to other school locations for substitute coverage or operational support. Occasional extended hours may be needed for special events or operational needs. The work takes place primarily in a kitchen and food service production environment, where noise may be moderate to loud during meal service.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of professional culinary or food service experience.
ServSafe certification, or ability to obtain it within a defined timeframe after hire; local food safety certification in the jurisdiction of employment.
Proficiency in recipe procedures and cooking techniques, including batch cooking and recipe execution.
English speaking and reading ability sufficient to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.
Commitment to food safety and sanitation standards.
Dependable, caring, positive, and professional attitude; good communication skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Genuine interest in resident nutrition and wellbeing.
Ability to stand for most of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; handle food, tools, and equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side.
Ability to work around hot and cold temperatures and move in and out of storerooms and near ovens and freezers.
Close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Residential, correctional, or institutional food service experience.
Basic cooking knowledge; training is available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook meals according to dietary guidelines, patient menus, recipes, and production standards.
Follow procedures for special diets, allergies, and food restrictions, coordinating with dietary and clinical staff to meet nutritional and medical needs.
Prepare food safely and attractively, including meeting portioning, presentation, and nutritional compliance standards.
Maintain rigorous food safety and sanitation practices, including HACCP and ServSafe requirements.
Complete temperature logs and production records accurately and on time.
Manage cooking timing and sequencing to meet meal service deadlines.
Set up, stock, clean, and maintain stations, signage, and equipment throughout the service day.
Work cooperatively with the Chef Manager and fellow food service workers to support daily service goals.
Maintain a welcoming, clean, and orderly station and take pride in meal quality and presentation.
Follow assigned schedules, Whitsons policies, and production standards.
Travel occasionally to other school locations in the district for substitute coverage or operational support.