Cook, Part-time

AVI Foodsystems; Village of Lakewood (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Cook to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on preparing delicious meals in a friendly environment, ensuring customer satisfaction through exceptional food presentation and adherence to safety standards. With a commitment to quality and service, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a supportive culture that values teamwork and dedication. If you have a passion for cooking and a desire to contribute to a positive dining experience, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Family culture and atmosphere

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members

401(k) with generous company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Immense training and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking methods.
• Strong knowledge of sanitation and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide a pleasant dining experience for customers.
• Assemble and cook ingredients while maintaining kitchen sanitation.
• Prepare meals by following recipes and cooking techniques.

Skills

Food Preparation Techniques

Cooking Methods

Sanitation Practices

Food Presentation Skills

Strong Work Ethic

Education

2+ years cooking experience

Tools

General Kitchen Equipment

Job description

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AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to fill the role of Cook, Part-time. This opening breakfast cook position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 4:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. A dedicated individual is required to work along side one other employee. While training, hours are 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The wage for this position is $16/hr.

Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Please customers by providing a pleasant dining experience
• Assemble, combine, and cook ingredients
• Maintain a sanitary kitchen
• Attend to the detail and presentation of each order
• Place and expedite orders
• Prepare ingredients by following recipes; slicing, cutting, chopping, mincing, stirring, whipping, and mixing ingredients
• Complete hot meal preparation by grilling, sautéing, roasting, frying, and broiling ingredients and assembling and refrigerating cold ingredients
• Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures
• Maintain appropriate dating, labeling, and rotation of all food items
• Stores leftovers according to established standards
• Contribute to daily, holiday, and theme menus in collaboration with the team
  
  

Job Requirements:

• 2 or more years of cooking experience to include food preparation
• Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices
• Exceptional food presentation skills
• Familiarity with general kitchen equipment and appliances
• Strong work ethic and high energy level
  
  

Benefits:

AVI is proud of its team members and appreciates the hard work, loyalty and committed service they provide every day, which is why we offer the following:

• A family culture and atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Immense training and growth opportunities
  
  

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type Part-Time

Location Lakewood, NY (Onsite)

Job Type Hospitality - Hotel, Restaurant - Food Service, Customer Service

Experience Not Specified

Date Posted 05/01/2025

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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