Food Services/Cook

RFK•Lancaster, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dependable and team-oriented Food Services/Cook to support daily culinary and dining operations. This position combines responsibilities in receiving, food preparation, and dishwashing to help ensure smooth kitchen operations and high-quality food service across campus programs and events.

Requirements

1-2 years of experience working in a food service or culinary environment preferred
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required
High School Diploma required
ServSafe Food Handler and/or Allergen Awareness certifications are a plus

Nice To Haves

college degree preferred

Responsibilities

Manage vendor and campus deliveries in a timely and organized manner
Properly store and rotate food items using the First In, First Out (FIFO) system
Label and date products to maintain food quality and safety standards
Inspect deliveries for quality, accuracy, and completeness
Monitor inventory levels in storage and supply areas and communicate shortages or low stock to managers and vendors
Coordinate and complete deliveries for: Residential dinners, Daily Barn lunches, Weekly Child Development Center meals, Weekend culinary provisions, Catering events and pop-up requests
Complete required training and participate in monthly food procurement visits to the Worcester County Food Bank
Assist with preparation of scratch and speed-scratch menu items
Support residential weekend menus, catering functions, and special campus events
Serve as a backup cook for team members as needed
Scrape, rinse, wash, sanitize, and properly store kitchenware, pots, and pans
Prepare and document sanitizer concentrations and temperatures
Empty and clean trash receptacles and remove trash to dumpster at end of shift
Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dishwashing areas