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Kingston, NY 12402

Posted: 09/29/23 Employment Type: Temp To Perm Job Number: 15522

SCHEDULE: FULL TIME, 1 WEEKEND DAY A WEEK REQUIRED
PAYRATE: $17-19/HR
TEMP- PERM

Position Summary:

An excellent cook must be able to follow instructions in cooking and delivering well-prepared meals
They must be deft in moving around the kitchen and apt in multi-tasking
Experience in using various ingredients and cooking techniques is also important
The cook will prepare meals and follow establishment recipes
Cook, clean, assist other cooks and staff and deliver food in a fast-paced environment
Work may include operating a grill, oven, or fryer
Previous experience in a team environment and various cooking methods preferred

Position Responsibilities:
In a manner consistent with Mission Statement and applicable laws and regulations, an employee in this position shall:

Setting up, cleaning, and organizing work stations
Assign tasks and direct kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and cleanup in absence of the Director of Food Services
Maintain control of the kitchen to ensure that all tasks are carried out efficiently and effectively
Make sure that all kitchen staff adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations to ensure a clean and sanitary kitchen
Execute menus making adjustments as needed based on the availability of ingredients
Inspect raw and cooked food items to guarantee that the highest quality products are prepared and served to students
Maintain kitchen equipment; schedule repairs and additional maintenance as needed
Must be willing to undergo a background check & pre-employment drug screen

Essential Skills and Experience:

Significant experience as a cook
Previous experience in a team environment and various cooking methods preferred
Strong attention to detail
Creativity
Ability to oversee and manage kitchen operations
Ability to remain productive when pulled in many different directions
Ability to use sound judgment while following agency policies, practices and procedures.

Education:
High School diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Ability to lift up to 48 pounds, carry 48 pounds, and push/pull 35 pounds of force
Ability to stand and walk on hard surfaces
Ability to adapt to changes in room temperature
Ability to work in the presence of loud background noise Employees will regularly be required to stand; walk; sit; use hands (or hands and arms) to carry, finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; crouch and kneel
Employees will also be regularly required to hear (with or without hearing devices), see (with or without corrective lenses) and speak.