Morning Cook - Heritage House

Trinity Health

2d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Morning Cook at Heritage House in Troy, New York, prepares food and coordinates with front-of-house employees to ensure proper food service. The role includes preparing food to client specifications, accommodating allergies and dietary concerns, assisting with food assembly, and helping manage kitchen employees. The posting lists a rotating shift and describes the position as part-time, although it also refers to a full-time Cook opportunity in its description.

Requirements

• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to read and write English at a minimum sixth-grade level.

Nice To Haves

• Food service experience.
• Customer service experience.
• A culinary degree or completion of an accredited culinary course.

Responsibilities

• Clean food preparation areas in accordance with law and company policy.
• Prepare food to client specifications and before guests arrive.
• Adjust food items to accommodate allergies or specific dietary concerns.
• Manage other employees in the kitchen.
• Season food according to recipes or company needs.
• Order ingredients, spices, and menu items as needed.
• Operate kitchen appliances such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food according to client preferences.
• Assist other cooks during food assembly.
• Develop new recipes and menu offerings.
• Estimate food consumption and organize preparation.
• Maintain records and accounts of food purchases.
• Butcher and cook animal meat based on the restaurant atmosphere.
• Meet with customers to help ensure a good meal experience.
• Prepare sauces or accompaniments before meal service.
• Remain open until the last customer leaves.
• Clean up after business hours.
• Communicate with the owner about improving meal service.
• Alter dishes based on customer suggestions or requirements.
• Act as a liaison to front-of-house employees to support proper food service.

Benefits

• Generous tuition allowance
• Career development
• Strong orientation program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed