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Cook - New Britain School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group
Posted 21 days ago, valid for 18 days
Location

New Britain, CT, US

Salary

$17.5 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off

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  • The School Cook position at Whitsons offers a family-friendly schedule with no nights or weekends, allowing you to be home by mid-afternoon.
  • In this role, you will prepare nutritious meals for students, ensuring food safety and cleanliness in the kitchen.
  • Candidates are required to have at least 1 year of professional culinary experience and a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • The pay rate for this position is $17.50 per hour, along with benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.
  • Join a mission-driven team that values healthy meals as a means to enhance students' learning experiences.

School Cook – Fuel Young Minds with Every Meal!
Monday–Friday | No Nights or Weekends!

Are you passionate about cooking and looking for a job that aligns with your life? Join our school nutrition team as a Cook and help prepare fresh, nutritious meals that give students the energy to learn and thrive!

What You’ll Do:

  • Cook and prepare a variety of meals according to school menus
  • Ensure all food is safely cooked and presented with care
  • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace
  • Work with team members to serve meals in a timely, friendly manner
  • Support special dietary needs and food allergy safety procedures

Why You’ll Love This Job:

  • Family-friendly schedule – you're home by mid-afternoon
  • No nights, weekends, or holidays
  • Paid training and steady hours
  • Be part of a mission that matters – healthy meals fuel better learning
  • Friendly, team-oriented school environment

We’re Looking For:

  • Basic knowledge of cooking techniques (we’ll train the right person!)
  • A commitment to cleanliness and food safety
  • A dependable and positive attitude
  • Comfort working in a school kitchen environment
  • A passion for helping kids grow strong and healthy

Why Join Us? 

  • Competitive pay + opportunities for growth 
  • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement 
  • Paid time off  

About Us:

At Whitsons, we believe food has the power to transform a school day. Our cooks are everyday heroes who prepare meals that nourish bodies and minds. Join us and bring your heart to the kitchen where it matters most.

Apply today and help cook up a brighter future—at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.

Pay Rate: $17.50/hour

Qualifications

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

Education:

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Must complete all Whitsons and government required training as necessary

Certifications:

  • Servsafe certification preferred

Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

  • Ability to speak and read English in order to understand and perform job assignments.
  • Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques.
  • 1 year professional culinary experience required
  • Always present a positive and professional image.



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