HELPER COOK (FULL TIME)

AECOM; Village of Old Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Helper Cook to join its culinary team. In this role, you will learn to assist in preparing and cooking a variety of food items while adhering to safety and sanitation standards. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for those looking to develop their culinary skills in a supportive environment. With a full-time schedule from Tuesday to Saturday, you will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic kitchen setting. If you are passionate about food and eager to learn, this could be the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Willing to Train

401K

Health Benefits

Paid Benefit Time

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking is essential.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and cooking following standardized recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen area.

Skills

Prep experience

Knife skills

Ability to read/follow recipes

Tools

Kitchen utensils

Cooking equipment

Job description

Location: Old Westbury Board

We are hiring immediately for a full time HELPER COOK position.

Address: 223 Store Hill Road, Old Westbury, NY 11568. Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: Full time schedule. Tuesday - Saturday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.

Requirement: Prep experience, knife skills, and the ability to read/follow recipes required.

Perks: Willing to Train! 401K! Health Benefits! Paid Benefit Time!

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour.

Job Summary: Learns to assist in the preparation and cooking of various food items prior to being considered a qualified, skilled cook. Maintains food safety and sanitation standards in the preparation and kitchen areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements. Orders food from supplier or procures it from storage.
2. Prepares and cooks food in accordance with company production records and standardized recipes.
3. Learns to adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.
4. Helps measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
5. Bakes, roasts, broils and steams meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under guidance.
6. Adds seasoning to food during mixing or cooking under the instruction of others.
7. Tests food by tasting, smelling and piercing to determine that it is cooked.
8. Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, and adds gravies, sauces and garnishes to fill orders as directed.
9. Washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables.
10. Butchers chicken, fish and shellfish as directed.
11. Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits.
12. Maintains work area and equipment. Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
13. Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous, efficient and friendly manner.
14. Ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.