Company description
Overview
Epiphany is seeking a dedicated food safety and allergen certified Cook to join our team full-time, year-round. The Cook will be responsible for managing our kitchen and preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for approximately 55 infants, toddlers and preschoolers and 20 staff members in a joyful, child-centered environment.
Description
Epiphany is an independent school dedicated to providing excellent, tuition-free education to boys and girls of all faiths, from economically disadvantaged families in Boston. Epiphany staff are committed to the humanity and dignity of each student and seek to honor the deep wells of intellect, experience, and talent they bring to us. Epiphany is seeking a full-time, year-round, food safety and allergen certified Cook to manage our kitchen, preparing meals for approximately 55 infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and 20 staff members. The right person for this job will love our children and also enjoy cooking healthy, nutritious food from scratch whenever possible.
As the Early Learning Center Cook, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Manage breakfast, lunch, and snacks in a timely manner.
Create monthly menus that are healthy and exciting.
Purchase food and kitchen supplies, verifying delivery of ordered goods and the accuracy of invoices.
Manage department budget and vendor relationships.
Ensure that all the dietary needs are met, with special attention to allergies and dietary restrictions.
Ensure that all records and supporting documents are maintained in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and policies, including production logs and meal counts.
Ensure that the kitchen meets cleaning, sanitation, and health standards per state and local health department.
Maintain a high standard of cleanliness with an organized kitchen. Routinely wash dishes, clean and maintain the cleanliness of all appliances, surfaces, and floors throughout the day and before leaving.
Perform other related assignments as necessary.
Cook for all school functions and events.
Assist in the middle school kitchen when needed.
Qualifications:
Experience in school food service, institutional, or restaurant management - minimum of 2 years of experience - school meal planning and paperwork experience is a plus
Food Safety Manager Certification and MA Allergen Certification.
Knowledgeable about common food allergens and choking hazards, particularly for infants and young children
Knowledgeable in food preparation for infants and toddlers and committed to ongoing learning and training to ensure proper food-cut sizes, textures, and methods aligned with early childhood nutrition and safety requirements. Knowledge of basic Word processing and spreadsheets.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong adaptability and efficient time-management skills.
Physical Working Conditions:
Work involves moderate physical exertion, such as walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, carrying, pushing, and pulling equipment and/or supplies, weighing up to 50 pounds.
Compensation and benefits:
Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life, Vision and Dental offered, all subject to premium split; may participate in retirement program.
Hours:
6:30AM – 3:30PM Monday through Friday
Salary range
$24 - $29 per hour
Job description
Overview
Epiphany is seeking a dedicated food safety and allergen certified Cook to join our team full-time, year-round. The Cook will be responsible for managing our kitchen and preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for approximately 55 infants, toddlers and preschoolers and 20 staff members in a joyful, child-centered environment.
Description
Epiphany is an independent school dedicated to providing excellent, tuition-free education to boys and girls of all faiths, from economically disadvantaged families in Boston. Epiphany staff are committed to the humanity and dignity of each student and seek to honor the deep wells of intellect, experience, and talent they bring to us. Epiphany is seeking a full-time, year-round, food safety and allergen certified Cook to manage our kitchen, preparing meals for approximately 55 infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and 20 staff members. The right person for this job will love our children and also enjoy cooking healthy, nutritious food from scratch whenever possible.
As the Early Learning Center Cook, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Manage breakfast, lunch, and snacks in a timely manner.
Create monthly menus that are healthy and exciting.
Purchase food and kitchen supplies, verifying delivery of ordered goods and the accuracy of invoices.
Manage department budget and vendor relationships.
Ensure that all the dietary needs are met, with special attention to allergies and dietary restrictions.
Ensure that all records and supporting documents are maintained in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and policies, including production logs and meal counts.
Ensure that the kitchen meets cleaning, sanitation, and health standards per state and local health department.
Maintain a high standard of cleanliness with an organized kitchen. Routinely wash dishes, clean and maintain the cleanliness of all appliances, surfaces, and floors throughout the day and before leaving.
Perform other related assignments as necessary.
Cook for all school functions and events.
Assist in the middle school kitchen when needed.
Qualifications:
Experience in school food service, institutional, or restaurant management - minimum of 2 years of experience - school meal planning and paperwork experience is a plus
Food Safety Manager Certification and MA Allergen Certification.
Knowledgeable about common food allergens and choking hazards, particularly for infants and young children
Knowledgeable in food preparation for infants and toddlers and committed to ongoing learning and training to ensure proper food-cut sizes, textures, and methods aligned with early childhood nutrition and safety requirements. Knowledge of basic Word processing and spreadsheets.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong adaptability and efficient time-management skills.
Physical Working Conditions:
Work involves moderate physical exertion, such as walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, carrying, pushing, and pulling equipment and/or supplies, weighing up to 50 pounds.
Compensation and benefits:
Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life, Vision and Dental offered, all subject to premium split; may participate in retirement program.
Hours:
6:30AM – 3:30PM Monday through Friday
Salary range
$24 - $29 per hour
Compensation
this position is: hourly, $20/hr +
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Deadline
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