Culinary Lead Line Cook
Job Location:
Worcester, MA - USA
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Job Summary
Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938 BHN has helped individuals families and communities thrive through compassionate high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence in communities throughout the state we are currently seeking a Lead Line Cook to serve as the on-site culinary leader within our Substance Use Disorder (SUD) programs driving daily kitchen operations that support recovery and well-being.
What We Offer:
- Leadership Opportunity Serve as the primary on-site point of accountability for kitchen performance leading daily meal production staffing and compliance
- Meaningful Impact Support individuals served through consistent high-quality meal service that contributes to their recovery and daily stability
- Growth-Oriented Role Build supervisory and operational experience while working directly alongside kitchen staff and program teams
- Supportive Team Culture Join a team guided by our HEART values: Humanity Empowerment Accountability Respect and Teamwork
- Comprehensive Benefits Generous PTO 403(b) educational assistance medical dental vision employee assistance programs and more
- Certified Great Place to Work Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience
What You Will Do:
- Lead daily meal production and service according to approved menus and recipes ensuring meals are served on time at proper temperatures and with consistency
- Maintain uninterrupted kitchen operations during scheduled service serving as the primary on-site point of accountability for kitchen performance
- Enforce all food safety sanitation and hygiene standards maintaining and reporting required temperature logs cleaning schedules and compliance documentation
- Ensure the kitchen remains inspection ready at all times and address food safety or compliance issues immediately
- Order food and supplies through approved vendors maintaining appropriate par levels to support uninterrupted service
- Receive inspect and verify deliveries for accuracy and quality ensuring proper storage labeling and FIFO rotation
- Track inventory usage waste and shortages reporting discrepancies and purchasing activity as required
- Lead and direct kitchen staff during assigned shifts assigning tasks and managing workflow during prep and service
- Adjust in real time to callouts volume changes or operational issues stepping directly into production or service roles as needed
- Execute daily operations within approved labor and food cost targets minimizing waste over-ordering and unnecessary overtime
- Communicate professionally and effectively with Program Directors and site leadership collaborating with program teams to support individuals served
- Respond respectfully to individuals served and staff regarding feedback related to meal service
- Maintain a professional demeanor in all interactions modeling accountability and reliability for kitchen staff
Who You Are:
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- ServSafe certification required
- Food preparation experience in a program setting preferred
- Two years of sobriety preferred
- Valid drivers license and vehicle available for use during all working hours required
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Committed to individual empowerment and growth human rights and community integration
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Familiarity with internet word processing and email systems
- Weekend availability required
We Hire for HEART!
Since 1938 BHN has delivered high-quality culturally responsive behavioral health care building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core valuesHumanity Empowerment Accountability Respect and Teamworkguide how we lead serve and support one another. If youre ready to bring your culinary leadership and dedication to a mission-driven organization where your work truly matters wed love to hear from you.
Pay Range : $23.00-$27.00/hr
Shift: Mon-Friday 10am-6pm with 1 weekend day (can choose to take 2 days off)
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
BHN is a statewide behavioral health provider in Massachusetts helping people facing mental health, substance use, and developmental challenges live full lives.
