Cook

Arms Acres; Carmel Hills (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Arms Acres in Carmel, NY is seeking a dependable Cook to oversee daily kitchen operations, prepare meals for our 191-bed inpatient facility, and ensure menus meet dietary and safety standards. The role supports nutritious meals prepared under established menus and food-safety protocols.

In this shift-based position, you will lead Dietary Aides, manage inventory, complete daily production records, and coordinate with staff to deliver quality meals in a fast-paced institutional setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of institutional, commercial, or military food service experience.
• Knowledge of food preparation and kitchen sanitation.
• Ability to follow safety and dietary guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals per established menus, recipes, and dietary requirements.
• Lead assigned kitchen shifts and delegate tasks to Dietary Aides.
• Prepare meal trays according to prescribed diets and instructions.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed.
• Complete production sheets and temperature charts accurately.
• Organize kitchen areas for special events.

Skills

Dependable

Organized

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Location 75 Seminary Rd,Carmel, NY, 10512,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Benefit Eligible PT/FT
• Required Degree High school

Contact information

Description

Making a Difference, One Life at a Time.

Since 1982, Arms Acres has been helping individuals take the first steps toward recovery from substance use disorders. Located in Carmel Hamlet, New York, our 191-bed inpatient facility provides medically supervised detoxification, crisis counseling, and comprehensive support to individuals navigating recovery.

Our work goes beyond medical care. Physicians, nurses, social workers, counselors, and many other professionals work together to help patients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. With more than 50,000 lives impacted since our founding, Arms Acres is built on the belief that compassionate care, teamwork, and professional dedication can make a meaningful difference.

About the Role

Arms Acres is seeking a dependable, skilled, and organized Cook to oversee daily kitchen operations while preparing and serving meals for our facility. This role is essential to ensuring that patients receive nutritious meals prepared according to established menus, dietary requirements, and food safety standards.Working in a fast-paced institutional food service environment, the Cook / Shift Leader is responsible for meal preparation, kitchen sanitation, inventory management, accurate recordkeeping, and coordinating the work of Dietary Aides throughout the assigned shift.

Week I: 1:00PM-7:30PM Sundays and Fridays off

Week II: 1:00PM-7:30PM Wednesdays and Saturdays off

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and other meals in accordance with established menus, recipes, and facility requirements.

Lead assigned kitchen shifts and delegate tasks to Dietary Aides to ensure efficient workflow and timely meal service.

Prepare and assemble meal trays according to prescribed therapeutic diets and applicable dietary instructions.

Follow all food preparation, handling, storage, sanitation, and safety procedures established by Arms Acres and applicable New York State Department of Health requirements.

Monitor inventory levels and ensure adequate supplies are available to support scheduled menus and daily kitchen operations.

Order, receive, inspect, and verify food and supply deliveries, including reviewing and signing invoices as authorized.

Oversee and participate in the proper storage, rotation, and handling of food products and other kitchen supplies.

Complete daily production sheets, food temperature charts, kitchen lock-up logs, and other required documentation accurately.

Review daily cleaning task sheets and inspect completed work to ensure kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards are consistently maintained.

Organize, prepare, and clean up kitchen areas for special functions and events as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training.

At least two years of food service experience in an institutional, commercial, or military setting preferred.

Knowledge of food preparation, kitchen sanitation, safe food storage, and temperature monitoring procedures.

Summary

Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.