Line Cook

MASSACHUSETTS DETOX CENTERS•Wilmington, MA

50d•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Line Cook position with a premier team. The role requires weekend availability and involves preparing and cooking menu items according to recipes and quality standards, while strictly following food safety and sanitation guidelines. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for cooking, be able to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, and proactively address any arising needs. Familiarity with cooking techniques and the ability to learn and retain information quickly are essential. The kitchen serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily (open 7/365), prepares occasional event platters, and provides premade meals for admissions. The menu operates on a 35-day cycle with diverse dishes, and the majority of food is made from scratch, requiring a developed palate.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED. Work experience may substitute for educational requirements.
Ability to obtain and maintain a food handler certification card.
Working knowledge of sanitation procedures.
Able to serve and interact with patients and colleagues in a polite, cooperative, and respectful manner.
Display a positive, can-do, and team oriented attitude
Use verbal and non-verbal communication with others, i.e., courtesy, tone of voice, facial expressions, gestures, etc.
Demonstrate a willingness and ability to work with others.
Adapt to frequent changes in the work environment.
Actively seek guidance and training opportunities.

Nice To Haves

Commercial kitchen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain orderly storage and cleanliness in all areas and of items in the kitchen, dining room, and refuse disposal areas.
Correctly and appropriately utilize cleaning agents in all food preparation areas.
Utilize appropriate care and safety of all kitchen equipment, including demonstrating the safe and efficient operation of a commercial dishwasher.
Prep and serve salad bar
Serving food to and interacting with patients
Adherence to health code and company guidelines
Completion and execution of tasks on daily checklists
Operating/cleaning of equipment including outdoor grill, flat top grill, convection oven, deep fryer, gas range, etc
Opening and/or closing the kitchen using the provided operating procedures.
Receiving/Stocking orders.
Prioritize food, patient, and employee safety at all times.
Keep the work area clean and in sanitary condition at all times and before going off duty.
Wash hands frequently throughout the day and before preparing food.
Retrieve food or other kitchen supplies from the storeroom using appropriate body mechanics.
Obey safety rules and regulations of the department. Report any faulty equipment or unsafe conditions to a Supervisor.
Follow policies and procedures, attend the in-services of the facility and department.
Conform to uniform, personal hygiene, PPE, and good grooming standards, including, but not limited to: wear a hairnet, a beard net, a clean uniform, and present a groomed and neat appearance with clean hands and short, clean fingernails.
Other job duties as assigned.