Overview

Cook

Pay: $21.00/hour

Feed More Than Appetites—Support Well-Being Every Day

Seven Hills Foundation is seeking a reliable and skilled Cook / Food Services Support Staff member to help prepare nutritious meals and maintain a safe, welcoming kitchen environment for the individuals we serve. This role is essential to daily operations and directly supports the health, safety, and well-being of our residents.

If you take pride in preparing balanced meals, keeping an organized kitchen, and knowing your work truly matters—this could be the perfect fit.

Why Join Seven Hills?

In this role, your skills help create stability, comfort, and healthy routines for residents every single day. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team that values quality, ethical standards, and service excellence.

If you’re ready to put your culinary skills to work for a meaningful cause,apply today and help nourish lives—one meal at a time.

Benefits for Full-time employees: 

• Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure. 
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
• Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
• Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!
• Vacation Cash-Out Option
• 3 Paid Personal Days
• 11 Paid Holidays 
• Accrued Paid Sick Time

Benefits for Part-time Employees:

• Accrued Paid Sick Time
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!
• Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

Meal Preparation & Service

• Prepare three well-balanced meals and three snacks daily for each resident

• Follow dietary guidelines and nutritional requirements for children

• Assist with menu planning in compliance with Bureau of Nutrition standards

• Support meal service while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety

Kitchen Operations & Safety

• Maintain daily cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas

• Ensure safe and secure handling of kitchen equipment, knives, and food supplies

• Properly store food items and train staff on safe storage and equipment use

• Monitor inventory and place orders for linens, personal care items, and cleaning supplies

Administrative & Team Support

• Assist the Chef Manager with daily documentation and recordkeeping

• Support kitchen operations through organization, planning, and collaboration

• Carry out additional duties as assigned to keep operations running smoothly

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required

• 1–3 years of related food service experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in food preparation, storage, and service

• Completion of training in culinary arts, restaurant management, or a related field

• Valid ServSafe Certification (required)

• Knowledge of nutrition, meal planning, and dietary accommodations for children

• Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, and organization

• Must be at least 21 years old