Cook
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, West Boylston, MA, United States
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Two open positions
11am-7pm working every other weekend, rotating days off
9:30am-5pm, work every weekend, rotating two days off during the week
General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities
To prepare and direct preparation of food for the inmate population in the institution.
Essential Functions
Prepare nutritionally balanced menus for inmate population
Prepare meals for inmates on special diets per direction of facility physician
Maintain log books and diet logs
Substitute nutritionally-like foods in special and regular meals to provide variety
Prepare side dishes and entrées for each meal
Assist in tray and food service
Maintain cleanliness of grill, vats, steamer, fry-o-later, range, oven and other appliances used in food preparation area
Maintain records as directed regarding the meeting of dietary allowances recommended by the National Academy of Sciences
Supervise storage of perishable and nonperishable foods
Train and supervise the inmates assigned to work in the kitchen
Monitor knives and all cooking utensils
Communicate supply needs to or requisition supplies from the warehouse/vendors
Maintain personal hygiene and attention to cleanliness
Perform related duties as required
1 This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
2 The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: High school graduate; educational courses in food management and production preferred. Minimum of two (2) years of experience as cook in institutional setting; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Culinary degree and background preferred.
Special Requirements
ServeSafe Certification
Ability to lift 50lbs
Massachusetts Driver’s License
Knowledge, Ability and Skill
Working knowledge of health, safety and sanitary practices involved in the preparation, cooking and serving of food.
Knowledge of large‑scale food production
Knowledge of nutrition and modified diets
Ability to follow standardized recipes, production sheets and menus in accurately preparing food and to adjust recipes or substitute ingredients as necessary
Ability to operate a box truck for food delivery and operate all kitchen equipment
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Physical Qualification
Good physical condition, including strength and ability in the handling of bulky or heavy food related stock items
May be required to lift items up to 50 lbs.
May require standing for extended periods of time
Possible exposure to elevated temperatures in kitchen during meal preparation
Ability to operate a box truck with lift gate for all food deliveries
Job Environment
Works under the general supervision of the Senior Cook and Executive Chef.
Supervision Exercised
None.
Primary Location
United States-Massachusetts-West Boylston-5 Paul X Tivnan
Job
Food Services
Agency
Sherriff’s Dept Worcester
Schedule
Full‑time
Shift
Day
Job Posting
Apr 14, 2026, 5:22:52 PM
Number of Openings
2
Salary
55,953.39 – 55,953.39 Yearly
If you have Diversity, affirmative action or equal employment opportunity questions or need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer/ADA Coordinator: Dianne Jordan – 508‑854‑1887.
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Two open positions
11am-7pm working every other weekend, rotating days off
9:30am-5pm, work every weekend, rotating two days off during the week
General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities
To prepare and direct preparation of food for the inmate population in the institution.
Essential Functions
Prepare nutritionally balanced menus for inmate population
Prepare meals for inmates on special diets per direction of facility physician
Maintain log books and diet logs
Substitute nutritionally-like foods in special and regular meals to provide variety
Prepare side dishes and entrées for each meal
Assist in tray and food service
Maintain cleanliness of grill, vats, steamer, fry-o-later, range, oven and other appliances used in food preparation area
Maintain records as directed regarding the meeting of dietary allowances recommended by the National Academy of Sciences
Supervise storage of perishable and nonperishable foods
Train and supervise the inmates assigned to work in the kitchen
Monitor knives and all cooking utensils
Communicate supply needs to or requisition supplies from the warehouse/vendors
Maintain personal hygiene and attention to cleanliness
Perform related duties as required
1 This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
2 The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: High school graduate; educational courses in food management and production preferred. Minimum of two (2) years of experience as cook in institutional setting; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Culinary degree and background preferred.
Special Requirements
ServeSafe Certification
Ability to lift 50lbs
Massachusetts Driver’s License
Knowledge, Ability and Skill
Working knowledge of health, safety and sanitary practices involved in the preparation, cooking and serving of food.
Knowledge of large‑scale food production
Knowledge of nutrition and modified diets
Ability to follow standardized recipes, production sheets and menus in accurately preparing food and to adjust recipes or substitute ingredients as necessary
Ability to operate a box truck for food delivery and operate all kitchen equipment
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Physical Qualification
Good physical condition, including strength and ability in the handling of bulky or heavy food related stock items
May be required to lift items up to 50 lbs.
May require standing for extended periods of time
Possible exposure to elevated temperatures in kitchen during meal preparation
Ability to operate a box truck with lift gate for all food deliveries
Job Environment
Works under the general supervision of the Senior Cook and Executive Chef.
Supervision Exercised
None.
Primary Location
United States-Massachusetts-West Boylston-5 Paul X Tivnan
Job
Food Services
Agency
Sherriff’s Dept Worcester
Schedule
Full‑time
Shift
Day
Job Posting
Apr 14, 2026, 5:22:52 PM
Number of Openings
2
Salary
55,953.39 – 55,953.39 Yearly
If you have Diversity, affirmative action or equal employment opportunity questions or need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer/ADA Coordinator: Dianne Jordan – 508‑854‑1887.
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