Cook / Food Service Coordinator

Location: 395 Main St., Haverhill, MA

Hours: 20 hours per week (non-exempt)

Pay

$15.30 - $21.42 per hour (target starting rate around $20.00, depending on experience and qualifications)

Benefits

• Generous paid time off every year, including holidays, vacation time, and sick time
• Employer-funded pension plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment and consistently working 20+ hours/week)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans, including voluntary term life & AD&D benefits and AFLAC insurance

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals according to planned menus, with flexibility to creatively utilize food donations
• Follow all ServSafe protocols regarding proper handling and storage of food and equipment
• Regularly clean all kitchen equipment, counters, floors, etc.
• Work and meet regularly with Corps Officers to review personnel issues, menu plans, and supply and purchasing needs
• Prepare, cook, and serve meals on-site to those in need, sometimes with the assistance of volunteers
• Recruit, train, and supervise all volunteers related to the Soup Kitchen
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies using FIFO inventory control
• Perform other duties within the scope of the position

Requirements

• High school diploma (Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Culinary Arts preferred)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a commercial kitchen
• Experience with creating menus and preparing meals for 100–200 clients
• ServSafe/Kitchen Manager certification
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Allergen awareness certification
• Supervisory skills preferred (to manage volunteers)
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to lift an average of 50 lbs
• Ability to treat all people of varying backgrounds with dignity and respect
• Effective communication in English (bilingual preferred)