Cook

Cooks are responsible for working with and under the guidance of the Kitchen Manager to provide safe and smooth operation of the kitchen. This includes the preparation of wholesome and appealing meals from scratch while practicing proper food safety techniques in handling, organization and storage, and maintaining the overall cleanliness of the kitchen to a high standard while being mindful of the Chewonki Mission and Food Philosophy.

Special Benefits

Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, dental insurance, optional vision insurance, long-term disability, 403(b) retirement plan (currently matching up to 4.5% after one year of service), paid time off, and access to professional development funds.

Requirements

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of 40 hours per week including weekends, early mornings and/or evenings.

• Must be able to lift and carry 55 pounds.

• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards of the site, facilities, and participant and staff behavior.

• Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing/walking for long periods of time, 60 minutes or more.

• Must be able to work in hot conditions.

• Must be able to use knives and other kitchen equipment safely.