Full-Time Cook

NUTRITION MANAGEMENT SERVICES; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

NNUTRITION MANAGEMENT SERVICES in Valhalla, NY is seeking a skilled Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents, visitors and staff, including catering for events. This full-time role emphasizes food safety and teamwork.

You will follow menus, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service. A valid food safety certification and the ability to work independently are required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role is required.
• Food safety certification is required.
• Basic math and counting skills are needed.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills are essential.
• Role may involve physical tasks including lifting, bending, and standing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals following provided menus and recipes.
• Ensure food preparation meets health and safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and storage areas.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service.
• Demonstrate excellent communication with residents, visitors, and staff.
• Be willing to learn new techniques and share skills with others.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety certification

Mathematics basics

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High School

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Valhalla, NY 10595Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $21.00 - $23.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category: Restaurant - Food ServiceWe are seeking a skilled and dedicated Cook to join our culinary team. This position plays a crucial role in preparing nutritious and delicious meals for our Residents, visitors and staff, as well as catering for special events and functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals following provided menus and recipes.
• Ensure food preparation meets health and safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food storage areas.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation and timely meal service.
• Excellent communication skills
• Maintain a clean and organized work area with the assistance of others
• Experience, knowledge, or the willingness to learn puree, ground, and chopped techniques for special diet patients
• Self-motivated to perform at your highest levels
• Willingness to learn new techniques while sharing your skill set with others

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or related role required
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required
• Proven knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
• Food safety certification required
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing.