Cook Helper/Assistant

Chugach Government Solutions•New York, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist the cook with meal preparation in accordance with preplanned menus, established budgets, and government and management directives. The position may act as lead worker for food service trainees and Center work-based learning students, if applicable. The role involves food preparation and cooking, serving and storing meals safely, maintaining a clean and sanitary food-service area, and supporting student learning and workplace safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Training in food preparation and one year of experience.
Must be able to obtain a Food Handler’s certificate within 30 days of employment.
Must successfully pass any background check and/or drug test required on the contract.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a commercial or institutional kitchen.

Responsibilities

Prepare vegetables by washing, peeling, coring, grinding, shredding, or chopping them for entrees.
Prepare meats by washing, trimming, boning, cutting, cubing, or forming them into patties or loaves.
Cook or bake items requiring minimal preparation.
Help cook and serve meals; ensure prepared foods are held and served at proper temperatures and leftovers are properly chilled and stored.
Keep the food-service area, tables, floors, and equipment clean and sanitary.
Prepare desserts as needed.
Assist with the appropriate storage of dry goods and freezer items.
Maintain accountability of students and property and adhere to safety practices and OSHA standards.
Foster a Center climate free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect, providing a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
Promote students’ attainment of career success standards by modeling appropriate skills, mentoring students, monitoring skill acquisition, and intervening when inappropriate behavior is observed.
Complete mandated training requirements in accordance with government and management directives.
Perform duties in a timely and cost-effective manner and complete departmental work accurately and on time.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with Center staff and students at all levels.
Develop rapport and positive working relationships with all departments.
Interact professionally and courteously with a variety of people in diverse situations.
Follow company safety policies, work safely, and use required personal protective equipment.
Comply with company standard operating procedures and personnel policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.