Assistant Cook — Large-Scale Kitchen Prep & Hygiene

Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES; Village of Rye Brook (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES is seeking an on-site cook to support lunch and meal service for large groups. You will follow USDA-compliant menus, manage inventory, and ensure cleanliness of all kitchen areas.

The role includes training staff on safe handling and maintaining high culinary standards. Responsibilities include receiving shipments, rotating stock, and performing daily temperature checks to document safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience cooking and serving food for large scale (200+ meals daily).
• Definition covers institutional settings or catering with 200+ meals per day.
• Satisfactory completion of 30 college credits may substitute for the experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow the daily menu per USDA policy and guidelines.
• Maintain stocked inventory of kitchen equipment, utensils, and supplies.
• Keep kitchen and appliances clean and sanitized at all times.
• Store food and utensils properly and secure the kitchen at day end.
• Receive shipments and rotate goods as they arrive.
• Assist in food preparation and train staff on safe handling.
• Ensure dishes are prepared and served to high professional standards.
• Conduct daily temperature audits and record results.

Skills

Large-scale cooking

Safe food handling

Education

30 college credits toward an Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Jefferson-Lewis-Hamilton-Herkimer-Oneida BOCES is seeking an on-site cook to support lunch and meal service for large groups. You will follow USDA-compliant menus, manage inventory, and ensure cleanliness of all kitchen areas.

The role includes training staff on safe handling and maintaining high culinary standards. Responsibilities include receiving shipments, rotating stock, and performing daily temperature checks to document safety compliance.