Cook Assistant

Community Action of Orleans and Genesee; Town of Ridgeway (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Action of Orleans and Genesee in Ridgeway, NY is seeking a Cook Assistant to help prepare and serve nutritious meals for Head Start children. Under guidance of the Nutrition Specialist, you will manage time, energy, and materials while coordinating with staff to support program operations.

Responsibilities include washing dishes and sanitizing the kitchen, assisting with meal prep and delivery, covering for the Head Start Cook during absences, following federal, state, and local

Responsibilities

• Washes dishes, pots, and pans; cleans and sanitizes kitchen area.
• Assists with preparation and delivery of meals for children.
• Provides coverage for the Head Start Cook during absences.
• Follows all Federal, State, and local sanitation and food safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains inventory of food, paper goods, and cleaning supplies; assists with required documentation.

Job description

Order#: NY1704744

Cook Assistant

Under the guidance of the Nutrition Specialist/Consultant, the Cook Assistant helps prepare and serve nutritious, well-balanced meals that encourage healthy eating habits among children. The Cook Assistant is responsible for managing time, energy, and materials effectively, while coordinating with other Head Start staff to support program operations. This role requires knowledge of sanitation, safety, and basic nutrition practices.

• Washes dishes, pots, and pans; cleans and sanitizes kitchen area.
• Assists with preparation and delivery of meals for children.
• Provides coverage for the Head Start Cook during absences.
• Follows all Federal, State, and local sanitation and food safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains inventory of food, paper goods, and cleaning supplies; assists with required documentation.