Cook - NY

Dynamic Educational Systems, Inc.; Village of Cassadaga (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynamic Educational Systems, Inc. invites applications for a Cook Helper in Cassadaga, NY. The role supports the Cook and prepares meals, maintains dining area sanitation, and helps with serving and setup in the cafeteria.

This full-time position requires at least six months of food service or custodial experience and a valid food handler’s permit. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Six months of food services or custodial experience.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to interact with students and staff.
• Good organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation of meals under the Cook.
• Maintains cleanliness of the food service area and dining area.
• Sets up cafeteria lines and serves meals on the line.
• Replenishes supplies and ensures proper stocking of condiments and utensils.
• Cleans equipment and assists with inventory and storage of supplies.
• Supervises students assisting in duties under supervision.
• Ensures compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Six months of food services or custodial experience

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Cook Helper

Full Time Cassadaga, NY JCC, Cassadaga, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3273

Salary Range: $17.20 To $17.20 Hourly

Position Title: Cook Helper

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Food Service Manager

SCA Code: 07130

Position Description

Reports to the Food Service Manager. Assists the Cook in the preparation of meals and general kitchen

and dining area sanitation.

Essential Functions

• 1. Ensures serving counters stocked with salads, desserts, and other foods.
• 2. Replenishes napkin dispensers, plate racks, silverware racks, salt and pepper shakers, condiments, etc.
• 3. Makes coffee, tea, and other beverages.
• 4. Assists in the preparation of other foods under the direction of a Cook.
• 5. Sets up cafeteria lines and serves meals on the line.
• 6. Assists in the storage and inventory of supplies and transfers food ingredients from the storage area to the cooking area.
• 7. Cleans the food service area, tables, kitchen equipment, and appliances and ensures proper floor care.
• 8. Assists in washing dishes/utensils; stores them in an orderly fashion.
• 9. Supervises students assigned to assist in any of the above duties under the direction of the Cook or Food Service Supervisor.
• 10. Models, mentors, and monitors the positive normative culture of the center.
• 11. Acts as a responsible custodian for the assigned center property.
• 12. Reports violations of unethical behavior.
• 13. Suggests opportunities for continuous operational improvement and reduction of waste.
• 14. Identifies and reports on environmental health and safety concerns found in the Food Service Department.
• 15. Able to maintain a 75% or higher on the employee scorecard.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential

functions.

Required Education & Experience

• Six months of food services or custodial experience

Certifications/Competencies

• Valid food handler’s permit in the center’s state
• Positive, quality customer service to students, staff, and other center customers
• Ability to assist in programs and activities held in the cafeteria
• Ability to promote the Career Success Standards (CSS) by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students when necessary, and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Minimum Eligibility Qualifications

• If the position requires driving, a valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record is required
• I-9 documentation required to verify authorization to work in the United States
• Successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check and drug test.