Lead Cook
Company: Meriwether Godsey, Inc.
Role summary
Lead Cook is a full-time role at Meriwether Godsey, Inc. in Gill, Massachusetts, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-13. Salary: USD 22–25 per hour. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Lead Cook
- Company
- Meriwether Godsey, Inc.
- Location
- Gill, Massachusetts, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Hospitality
- Salary
- USD 22–25 per hour
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-08-13
Job description
Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Lead Cook responsible for leading the preparation, cooking, and presentation of daily meals and special events at a private co-educational college preparatory boarding and day school located in Gill, MA.
Overtime Flexibility required for catering and special events
$22.00-$25.00 Per Hour Depending on Experience
What the Lead Cook will do:
Ensure quality and timeliness of food production, using batch-cooking methods to maintain the quality and freshness of the product.
Use traditional, made-from-scratch preparation methods and keep accurate production logs.
Assist Chef with all aspects of production; w ork collaboratively alongside other production staff to incorporate key ingredients/products into recipe and menu offerings daily
Participate in transporting, setting up, garnishing, maintaining, and breaking down food and supplies at assigned stations
Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, and all HACCP recordings
Assist in training and developing other cooks in MG recipes and approaches
Guide kitchen personnel in safe operating procedures of all equipment, utensils, and machinery
Conducts daily pre-production and service meetings. Ensures serving food according to standards
Additional duties may include purchasing/ordering necessary products, being responsible for team production, quality assurance, and other duties as requested
What the Lead Cook will need:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Formal Culinary Training or a minimum of 4 years of culinary experience preferred
ServSafe® FPM Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment required
Experience with high-volume contract dining /food service operations required
Experience with purchasing/ordering preferred
High levels of professionalism and strong leadership skills
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Flexibility: the ability to switch between locations and job duties
Growing knowledge of sustainable practices
Must be able to complete the CORI and Fingerprinting background requirements
What the Lead Cook will get:
Competitive Pay, Uniforms, Meals, Training, Mentorship, and Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, etc.)
Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do.
Interested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page
Enjoy a people and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the New England market!
Meriwether Godsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.