Cook Helper

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Village of Cassadaga (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking an assistant for the Food Services department in Cassadaga, NY to support meal preparation, serving, and cleanup.

You will keep equipment and areas sanitary, set up dish rooms, wash tables and kitchen surfaces, manage supplies during service, help with pre-planned menus, and ensure compliance with safety rules; a valid driver's license is required. All required training will be provided; we value youth engagement experience and a safe, respectful learning

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of related experience preferred.
• Experience working with youth.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Keeps all equipment used in the preparation, storage, and serving of food in sanitary condition.
• Keeps storerooms, walk‑in refrigerators, and freezer clean and orderly.
• Sets up dish room and dishwashing machine before each meal.
• Washes worktables, walls, refrigerators, and meat blocks.
• Scrapes food from dirty dishes and places them in the rack or on conveyor to dishwashing machine.
• Washes pot, pans, and trays.
• Sweeps, mops, and waxes cafeteria and kitchen floors.
• Removes trash and garbage and places it in designated containers.
• Steam cleans or hoses out garbage cans.
• Keeps service line supplied with dishes, silverware, glasses, milk, food, etc. during service times.
• As requested, prepare and serve food in accordance with pre‑planned menus.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property.
• Adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Fosters and sustains a conducive environment at the center, ensuring it remains free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, thereby ensuring a safe space for both staff and students to engage in work and learning.
• Attends all required staff training opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience with youth

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Compensation: USD 17 - USD 17.2 - hourly

Company Description

Our Job Corps programs provide life-changing services that help young people succeed in school, obtain good jobs, excel in their chosen fields, and serve as contributing members of their communities. We accomplish this through an intense commitment to safety, quality service, excellence, and partnerships.

Job Description

Serves as an assistant to the Food Services department.

• Keeps all equipment used in the preparation, storage, and serving of food in sanitary condition.
• Keeps storerooms, walk‑in refrigerators, and freezer clean and orderly.
• Sets up dish room and dishwashing machine before each meal.
• Washes worktables, walls, refrigerators, and meat blocks.
• Scrapes food from dirty dishes and places them in the rack or on conveyor to dishwashing machine.
• Washes pot, pans, and trays.
• Sweeps, mops, and waxes cafeteria and kitchen floors.
• Removes trash and garbage and places it in designated containers.
• Steam cleans or hoses out garbage cans.
• Keeps service line supplied with dishes, silverware, glasses, milk, food, etc. during service times.
• As requested, prepare and serve food in accordance with pre‑planned menus.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property.
• Adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Fosters and sustains a conducive environment at the center, ensuring it remains free from harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, thereby ensuring a safe space for both staff and students to engage in work and learning.
• Attends all required staff training opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of related experience preferred.
• Experience working with youth.
• A valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Living Dynamic

We believe that every role matters and that every customer, both internal and external, should feel empowered to be the best that they can be. Dynamic Workforce Solutions is a place where passion meets purpose and results in excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At the core of our business is a commitment to creating a work environment where all employees have equal access to resources, professional growth, and opportunities. Our Four Cornerstones, paired with our dedication to Extreme Customer Service, guide our efforts to connect with and understand the needs of the communities we serve. We believe that the unique background and experiences within our team enhances our ability to serve our clients and strengthens our workforce. Attracting, developing, and retaining a workforce that reflects the people we serve is essential to our ongoing success.

DWFS/DESI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, religion, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, reprisal, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.