Job Description

Job Summary

UTEC's Enterprise Kitchen Associate supports UTEC's Culinary Social Enterprises with the delivery of
internal young adult meals and early education meals, and supports the catering department with prep
and kitchen work. They will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of a
commercial kitchen, and observing proper food safety and food handling procedures at all times.




Duties/Responsibilities

Daily meal preparation for up-to 50 individuals
Observing proper food safety procedures including: product rotation and organization, safe food
handling practices, and food-safe cleaning procedures.
Willing to serve and support, including working alongside, young adults age 17-25 with lived
experience
Take inventory and maintain product par levels
Schedule flexibility, with ability to work a primarily Monday-Friday first shift schedule; ability to
work occasional evenings or weekends will be favorably considered
Prep and delivery of meals daily
Cleaning surfaces, equipment and washing dishes during each shift
Observing proper food handling procedures at all times
Product rotation, inventory par management
Positive attitude, willingness to share space with other staff and young adults
with lived experience



Required Skills/Abilities

Ability to prep and cook meals to scale
Ability to be a team player, take guiding and coaching, and work independently
Ability to observe proper food handling procedures at all times
Ability to maintain cleanliness of a commercial kitchen before, during and after
every shift



Education and Experience

Prior restaurant or commercial cooking experience required
ServSafe Food Handler certification required **can be obtained through UTEC**
Allergen Awareness Certification required **can be obtained through UTEC**
ServSafeManager certification strongly preferred



Physical Requirements

Work standing for extended periods
Some bending, stooping, and/or squatting
Possible exposure to different temperatures and humidity levels
Exposure to food allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, soy, fish, shellfish, wheat, eggs, milk)
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull weights of up to 60 pounds
This is a part time role of 30 hours per week, with a pay rate of $21 per hour.

How To Apply

If interested please email timothy.hovey@masshirelowellcc.com