Weekend Part-Time Cook – Fast-Paced Care Kitchen

Apex Rehabilitation & Healthcare; Huntington Station (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Apex Rehab and care in Huntington Station is seeking a skilled cook for FT and PT roles in a busy kitchen serving residents and staff. You will assist with meal preparation, seasoning and cooking under direction from the Food Service Director or Sous Chef.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in institutional or restaurant kitchens, can work weekends, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in food handling and preparation.
• Culinary or cooking school experience preferred; minimum of a High School degree.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced kitchen and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, seasoning and cooking of meals for Residents as directed by Food Service Director or Sous Chef.
• Assist with food preparation, including chopping, measuring and mixing ingredients.
• Check food temperatures; garnish plates and ensure sanitary standards are met.

Skills

Food handling

Sanitation and safety

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School diploma

Culinary school experience

Job description

Apex Rehab and care in Huntington Station is seeking a skilled cook for FT and PT roles in a busy kitchen serving residents and staff. You will assist with meal preparation, seasoning and cooking under direction from the Food Service Director or Sous Chef.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in institutional or restaurant kitchens, can work weekends, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high sanitation standards.