Prep and Line Cook

Educational Catering; Fort Drum (NY); On-site; USD 25,141 - 31,932; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Employer match

Available Health Insurance

Holiday Pay and Vacation Time

Stable shift schedules

Job summary

Educational Catering in Fort Drum, NY, is looking for a dedicated Line Cook to prepare and serve high-quality meals in a large professional kitchen. Responsibilities include cooking meals according to standardized recipes and maintaining high food safety standards, all while being part of a disciplined culinary team.

The ideal candidate has experience in restaurant cooking and can work effectively in a structured team environment. Benefits include competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a line cook or in restaurant cooking.
• Experience in preparing meals for large groups, such as in a college or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Cook meals according to standardized recipes and food safety protocols.
• Work as part of a disciplined and focused culinary team.
• Ensure all meals are prepared on time and meet high-quality standards.
• Serve food to customers with a friendly and professional attitude.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety standards

Teamwork

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Fort Drum, NY 13602 | Position Type: Full Time | Salary Range: $18.25 - $4.93 Hourly | Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service | Line Cook – Food Services

Pay and Benefits

• $18.25 + $4.93 in lieu of H&W
• 401K with Employer match
• Available Health Insurance
• Holiday Pay and Vacation Time

Work-Life Balance Benefits

• Stable shift schedules with consistent predictable hours.
• No late-night closing and no dishwashing required.
• Large modern clean kitchen with ability to advance culinary skill set.
• Room for further development and advancement.

Job Purpose

To prepare, cook, and serve high-quality meals in a large high-volume, professional kitchen for the men and women who serve our country.

Key Responsibilities

• Cook meals according to standardized recipes and food safety protocols.
• Work as part of a disciplined and focused culinary team.
• Ensure all meals are prepared on time and meet high-quality standards.
• Serve food to customers with a friendly and professional attitude.

Qualifications

Desired Experience:

• Previous experience as a line cook or other restaurant cooking.
• Experience in preparing meals for large groups such as in a college or hospital setting.

Desired Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in various cooking techniques and food preparation methods.
• Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards (Serve Safe Certified is a plus).
• Ability to work in a structured team-based environment.