Cook I

Akima; City of Batavia (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CBA benefits

Job summary

Akima Infrastructure Protection (AIP) in Batavia, NY, seeks a Cook I to contribute to the preparation of a variety of foods, ensuring timely service and adherence to recipes. You will work under supervision but perform hands-on cooking, meal planning, and portioning for detainee meals, with attention to safety and sanitation.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of large-scale cooking experience; ability to lift up to 50 lbs; U.S.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of large-scale cooking experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and pass a background check and pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

• Prepares in quantities, by various cooking methods, a variety of foods.
• Plans cooking schedule to have food ready at prescribed times.
• Delivers food to the pod at prescribed times.
• Performs measuring, mixing, cutting, grinding, chopping and seasoning per recipes.
• Tests foods for doneness and adjusts heat as needed.
• Monitors baking, roasting, broiling, frying and steaming as per recipes.
• Carves and portions for serving.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food preparation

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

AIP is looking for a Cook I to work in Batavia, NY. As directed, independently performs moderately difficult tasks in preparing quantities of quickly prepared foods such as steaks, chops, cutlets, hamburgers, eggs, salads and other similar items.

Responsibilities

• Works under the supervision of the Cook II. The Cook I will act independently or assist in the performance of any and all duties necessary to keep the facility in full operation. Will perform other duties as assigned.
• The duties listed below are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They should not be construed as a complete list of the various duties normally performed by the individuals assigned to the Food Service department or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.
• Prepares in quantities, by various methods of cooking a variety of foods including soups, sauces, meats, fish, vegetables, baked goods, etc.
• Prepares special foods for detainees requiring special diets.
• Plans cooking schedule so food is ready at prescribed times.
• Insures delivery of food to pod at prescribed times.
• Provides the measuring, mixing, stirring, cutting, grinding, chopping and seasoning of ingredients according to recipes.
• Test foods for completion of cooking time and adjust heat controls.
• monitors the baking, roasting, broiling, frying and steaming of foods as called for in recipes.
• Monitors the carving and dividing of portions into individual servings.
• Assists in the training of detainees.
• Monitors daily operations in food productions for conformance to establish quality, quantity, safety and sanitation requirements.
• Reviews menus to determine type and quantity of food to be prepared.
• Draws required cooking utensils from kitchen storage areas.
• Loads and unloads delivery trucks as necessary.
• Work is completed in a priority established by supervision or facility need.
• All work will be completed with a high degree of professionalism, quality and craftsmanship.
• Lulls in workload are used to maintain a clean and orderly work area and to ensure clerical tasks are up to date. Keeps up to date on departmental and facility safety standards and local codes and policies.

Qualifications

• Education:A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience:One year experience in large scale cooking.
• Interrelationships:Must have inter/intra communication skills with employees and department heads. Must be able to follow Standard Codes of Conduct pertaining to interaction with detainee population.
• Physical Effort:May lift or push up to 50 lbs. For extended periods of time may be required to stand, walk, squat, kneel, sit, bend, reach and climb.
• Working Conditions:Work areas may include all areas of the facility. May be exposed to cleaning chemicals and solvents. Works in close proximity to steam or gas ovens and grills that produce intense heat.

Other Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• This position requires you to successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including fingerprint check, criminal history and pre-employment drug test prior to starting work.
• Random drug testing will be performed. May be required to cross train in various departments.
• This position requires the candidate to be a US citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the United States for permanent residence and have resided in the U.S. for the last five years.
• This position requires you to be able to read, speak, write and understand English.

Job ID

2026-21565

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

43,300.00

Benefits

CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Infrastructure Protection (AIP), an Akima company, is not just another federal management operations contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AIP, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AIP provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AIP delivers the trained personnel, equipment, and processes to safeguard federal assets and provides protective services and detention management operations for critical mission requirements.

As an AIP employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.