Adult Center Cook

The Longmeadow Adult Center is seeking a PT Cook: 30 hours per week. Position is responsible for planning, ordering, preparing, and serving nutritional meals for the congregate and home delivery meal programs. Successful candidate must have: Knowledge of relevant Massachusetts General Laws related to essential functions. Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment, meal preparation, preparing food for large groups, menu planning, and special diet preparation. Knowledge of safe food handling, food safety requirements, Massachusetts Food Service Regulations, and nutritional requirements of elderly population. Ability to multi-task and manage conflict. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to respond in a courteous and professional manner. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others. Ability to read and interpret food labels and nutrition information. Strong communication skills, problem-solving skills and customer service skills. Food preparation skills, including ability to use knives and other kitchen equipment and utensils. High School diploma or equivalent, and 3 to 5 years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience. Advanced training and experience in a commercial institutional kitchen. Position requires ServSafe Certified Food Protection Manager Certification and Allergen Awareness Certification. Salary $22.08 - $23.43 per hour DOE/DOQ; Excellent benefits Hampden County Pension System Monday - Friday 6:00AM to 12:00PM Candidates should submit a completed Town General Application to Human Resources at 231 Maple Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106 or via email to ... . Posting closes 07/9/2025 at noon and then open until filled. Full Job description available upon request The Town of Longmeadow is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a Town and to offering equal access to career development and promotional opportunities to our Town employees.