Assistant Cook (63810)

Adams and Associates; Town of Callicoon (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams and Associates, Inc. in Callicoon, NY, is seeking an Assistant Cook for a full-time role at the Delaware Valley Job Corps Center. The position runs Tuesday through Friday 10am–7pm and Saturday 9:30am–6:30pm with Sunday and Monday off, offering a salary of $65,000 per year.

You will assist in food prep, maintain sanitation, and supervise Work-Based Learning students. Responsibilities include preparing meals, serving, and ensuring safety compliance, while collaborating with staff and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe certification required or obtained after hire.
• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with young adults in a structured training environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and presenting quality meals.
• Transport meals to serving line and keep areas stocked.
• Provide friendly, professional service to students.
• Supervise and mentor Work-Based Learning students.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain an organized and efficient kitchen.
• Collaborate with staff across departments to support student needs.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Job description

Location: Delaware Valley Job Corps Center, Callicoon, NY

Salary: $65,000 per year • Full-time role Tuesday - Friday 10am-7pm, Saturday 9:30am-6:30pm / Sunday & Monday off

Delaware Valley Job Corps is an education and training center located in beautiful Callicoon, NY. We operate with student-focused programs to ensure successful training and employment placement for each individual we serve.

As the Assistant Cook, you are responsible for assisting in the preparation of food and beverages for consumption by students. Assists in kitchen clean-up to facilitate sanitizing of all food service areas.You may provide supervision and training to Job Corps' Work-Based Learning students assigned to the department.

RESPONIBILITIES

• Assist with preparing, cooking, and presenting quality meals and beverages.
• Transport prepared meals to the serving line and keep serving areas stocked.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service to students.
• Assist with washing dishes and cleaning and sanitizing kitchen, food preparation, and serving areas.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures.
• Assist with maintaining an organized and efficient kitchen.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance to Work-Based Learning students assigned to the department.
• Promote positive student behavior and reinforce Career Success Standards.
• Work cooperatively with staff across departments to support student needs.
• Complete assignments accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Maintain reliable attendance, productivity, and accountability.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with students, coworkers, and management.
• Identify and address problems appropriately and follow up to ensure they are resolved.
• Accept direction from management and assist with other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS

• 11 paid holidays per year
• Generous vacation & sick time
• 401k with 5% match and ESOP eligibility
• Medical, dental & vision insurance & optional voluntary benefits
• FREE Employee assistance program
• Wellness program with incentives
• Discounted meals for just $2.50
• Access to the on-site gym when available

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous food service or commercial kitchen experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification is required or must be obtained after hire.
• Ability to work effectively with young adults in a structured training environment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Ability to follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Must be dependable and able to work the scheduled hours.

Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.