Cook - Per Diem

DAUGHTERS OF CHARITY; Village of Menands (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Daughters of Charity invites you to join our team as a Per Diem Cook in our kitchen serving residents.

You will prepare nutritious meals, follow standardized recipes, and support daily kitchen operations under the Dietary Director.

Candidates should be dependable, organized, and focused on food safety, portion control, and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Dependable, organized, and quality-focused individual who follows recipes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong attention to detail and knowledge of portion control.

Responsibilities

• Review menus and assemble foods, supplies and equipment for daily food preparation.
• Follow standardized recipes to achieve the highest quality nutritional meals.
• Prepare and cook all entrees, and ensure portion control for effective utilization of food supplies.
• Document temperature of all menu items served on the Daily Record Sheet.
• Complete cleaning assignments as scheduled.
• Report supply shortages and low stock levels to the Director.
• Inform Dietary Director of problems and needs concerning food supplies and equipment.
• Evaluate food preparations and confer with the Dietary Director to determine changes needed to improve quality.

Job description

Come Join Our Team!

The Daughters of Charity, provides a safe, welcoming home for the retired Sisters of the Daughters of Charity Ministries. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care and our team plays a vital role in creating an environment where Sisters feel respected.

We are currently seeking a Per Diem Cookprepare high-quality, nutritious meals while supporting the daily operations of our kitchen. This role reports to our Dietary Director.

What You'll Do

• Review menus and assemble foods, supplies and equipment for daily food preparation
• Follow standardized recipes to achieve the highest quality nutritional meals
• Evaluate food preparations and confer with the Dietary Director to determine changes needed to improve quality
• Prepare and cook all entrees: dish out food to achieve effective portion control and optimum utilization of food supplies
• Perform other tasks as needed/directed to facilitate workflow in the kitchen
• Inform Dietary Director of problems and needs concerning food supplies and equipment
• Document temperature of all menu items served on the Daily Record Sheet
• Complete and document cleaning assignments as scheduled
• Report supply shortages and low stock levels to the Director

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a dependable, organized, and quality-focused individual who takes pride in preparing meals in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The ideal candidate follows recipes and food safety procedures carefully, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and understands the importance of portion control, cleanliness, and accurate documentation. They should be able to manage multiple priorities, communicate proactively about supply or equipment needs, and work collaboratively with the Dietary Director and other team members. A flexible, team-oriented attitude and willingness to assist wherever needed are essential, along with a genuine commitment to providing consistent, high-quality meals for residents.

Physical Demands:

Must be physically able to efficiently perform the duties of the position, which may involve the following: standing and walking over 2/3 of the day, lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing, bending, reaching, and stooping for 1/3 to 2/3 of the day.

Come join us - exciting changes are in the works!