Cook

Hillside•Rochester, NY

18h•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook is responsible for the production of all food served to assigned locations by preparing a variety of menu items using standardized recipes. This position must follow requirements for appropriate food preparation and sanitation, while adhering to safety levels for compliance, quality, and cost control. This is a full-time (40 hours) position, on a Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm schedule. This role is based out of our 410 Atlantic Ave office in Rochester, NY but travel on the job to multiple other Hillside locations may be required.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience in a related field required.
Unrestricted, valid NYS driver’s license for minimum of 1 year with a clean driving record and minimum insurance coverage that meets agency standards.
Knowledge of food safety practices, sanitation protocols, and proper handling of ingredients (e.g., HACCP).
Ability to ensure quality and consistency in every dish, from presentation to taste.
Ability to clearly communicate with staff to coordinate orders and service.
Ability to work collaboratively with all kitchen staff.
Ability to address any issues that arise during food preparation or service quickly and effectively.

Responsibilities

Adhere to Hillside’s Property and Food Services Department and regulatory agency standards to produce high-quality food for customers.
Perform food preparation tasks while using standardized recipes.
Perform a variety of cooking skills while operating kitchen equipment; such as grilling, sautéing, steaming, mixing, boiling, and other standard methods of cooking.
Perform tasks efficiently and effectively so all meal preparation is complete in a timely manner.
Maintain food safety and sanitation standards designated under health department regulations.
Perform general cleaning activities in all kitchen areas such as, sweeping, mopping, sanitizing counters, organizing coolers and dry storage, taking our trash and recycling, and any other duties that may arise.
Restock kitchen supplies; rotate food; stamp, label, and date all products; and fill out required temperature control logs to meet health department regulations.
Assist other team members with specified work duties as assigned – this may include driving and delivering food to assigned Hillside locations.
Support Hillside planned Special Events, Youth Food Demonstrations, and Youth apprenticeship Program.
While this job description covers many aspects of the role, employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.