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Trinity Health Senior Communities Lead Cook in Holyoke, Massachusetts
Lead Cook Location: Holyoke, Massachusetts, 01040 Category: Non-Clinical Support Job Id: 00530892 Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Position Purpose: We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Lead Cook to join our team at the Beaven Kelly Home. As a Lead Cook, you will prepare, season, and cook food for residents, employees, and visitors, ensuring food quality and adherence to established recipes and menus. You will also oversee the work of other cooks and assist the Food Service Director in various administrative tasks. What You Will Do: Oversee daily performance of cooks, promoting food quality, presentation, and sanitation. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Support daily operations of the dietary department in the absence of the Food Service Director. Receive orders, obtain necessary food items, and measure and mix ingredients for soups, entrees, casseroles, and more. Cook regular and diet menu items according to recipes. Inspect and taste food for correct seasoning, quality, and temperature. Ensure timely preparation of menu items and adjust food production levels as needed. Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, toasters, fryers, mixers, and blenders. Maintain records of food supplies and ingredients used. Transport foodstuffs, ensure proper storage, and maintain cleanliness of work areas. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Up to one year of technical training in cooking techniques and one to two years of related work experience. Position Highlights and Benefits: Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Opportunity to get paid daily - through DailyPay Referral Program Up to \$4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually! Discounts with major vendors; AT&T, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE! Day-1 low cost medical, dental and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health Ministry/Facility Information: Beaven Kelly Home, a residential care facility, provides residents with the freedom to come and go as they please, along with the reassurance of around-the-clock assistance from professional nursing and support staff. We also offer respite care for elders, providing temporary relief for their regular caregivers. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for our residents by promoting independence, autonomy, and individual choices in a compassionate and respectful community.