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About this Residential Cook - Juvenile Justice role at Eliot Community Human Services

Eliot Community Human Services · Onsite · Clinton

Join Eliot – A Place to Belong, Grow, and Inspire Change

At Eliot, your work has purpose. You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change. We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.

Benefits at Eliot

We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. Benefit eligible positions include:

  • Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays
  • Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match
  • Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources
  • Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
  • Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development

Eliot is seeking a Residential Cook to manage the planning, preparation, and coordination of meals for our Juvenile Justice program. This program serves court-involved youth, ages 13 to 21.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of experience in a food service setting, along with a strong understanding of food ordering, menu planning, nutrition, and health regulations.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan and prepare weekly menus of nutritious, USDA-compliant meals, ensuring quality, taste, and temperature
  • Ensure meals are culturally diverse and meet the needs of youth.
  • Prepare meals for special events and holidays
  • Maintain effective relationships with food suppliers and secure best prices within budget
  • Manage inventory, purchase food, and maintain required documentation (menus, invoices, recipes, allergy lists)
  • Implement and maintain the Culinary Arts Vocational curriculum, teaching food service skills to residents
  • Keep kitchen clean and sanitary, adhering to health codes and regulations
  • Maintain Serve Safe and Sanitation Standards certification

Qualifications:

  • At least two years experience in the food service industry
  • Valid Massachusetts Drivers License

Schedule: 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday

Hourly Rate
$20$20 USD

At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization.

Apply today and make a difference.

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About Eliot Community Human Services

About Eliot 

For over 70 years, Eliot has been a premier provider of mental healthcare, behavioral healthcare and human services throughout Massachusetts. As a trusted nonprofit, we are dedicated to empowering individuals and families to achieve stability, growth, and well-being through a comprehensive, person-centered approach.

 

Eliot delivers a broad range of evidence- and strengths-based programming in Comprehensive Behavioral Health, Community-Based Support and Outreach, Care Coordination, Day Services, and Residential Services and Treatment Facilities. Examples of services we deliver include: clinical mental health care; substance use treatment and recovery; housing and homelessness support; juvenile justice and rehabilitation programming; intellectual and developmental disabilities services; acquired brain injury services; and child, youth and family support and development services. We operate two leading Community Behavioral Health Centers (CBHCs) in Danvers, MA and Lynn, MA, ensuring zero barrier, high-quality care is accessible for all who seek it.

 

As an organization committed to innovation, collaboration, and belonging, Eliot fosters a supportive work environment where employees make a collective impact every day. Join our team and be part of a mission-driven agency dedicated to strengthening communities and transforming lives!

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