ASSISTANT COOK

Washington County, NY

Fort Edward, NYJob$17.65/hrPosted 6mo ago

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Compensation

$17.65/hr

Location

Fort Edward, NY

Work Authorization

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Complete Mandatory USDA Professional Standards Training

Job overview

Washington County, NY is hiring an ASSISTANT COOK. Washington County Correctional Facility is seeking an Assistant Cook to help prepare food under the general supervision of a Cook or Cook-Manager. The role involves assisting with various food preparation tasks, cleaning the kitchen, and occasionally supervising Food Service Helpers. The position requires physical fitness suitable for the demands of the job.

Key focus areas include Assist in the preparation of salads, desserts, and other food, Cut, clean, and dress meat and fish, and Clean, wash, and prepare vegetables and fruits.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, GED Equivalent, and 6+ Months Kitchen Experience. Preferred (not required): Food Preparation and Kitchen Safety.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Food PreparationKitchen Safety

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED6 Months of Kitchen Environment ExperiencePass Background CheckComplete Mandatory USDA Professional Standards Training

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Full job description

ASSISTANT COOK

WASHINGTON COUNTY

Assistant Cook

(Washington County Correctional Facility*)

Washington County Correctional Facility* is currently accepting applications forAssistant Cook. Duties of this position involve assisting in the preparation of food. The work is performed under the general supervision of a Cook or Cook-Manager and on occasion supervision may be exercised over Food Service Helpers. Does related work as required. Typical duties include assisting in preparation of salads, desserts & other food; cuts, cleans & dresses, meat & fish; cleans, washes & prepares vegetables & fruits; packages food for Meals on Wheels program; sweep, mops & cleans kitchen as needed; serves hot food as needed. Physical condition suitable to demands of position.

Minimum Qualifications : Graduation from high school or possession of equivalency diploma (GED) or 6 months of experience working in a kitchen environment.

Special Requirements :

*Must be able to pass a background check for work in a Correctional Facility.

*After appointment will be required to complete mandatory training in accordance with USDA Professional Standards (ie. ServSafe)

Rate of pay : $17.65/hour plus excellent benefits

Full Job Description and Employment Application can be found online at:

www.WashingtonCountyNY.gov > Employment Opportunities

Qualified candidates should submit a completed applicationBY MAIL OR EMAILto:

Washington County Sheriff’s Office

Attention: A. Scarlotta

383 Broadway, Fort Edward NY 12828

Or by email to: [email protected]

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Washington County is an equal opportunity employer .

Miscellaneous Information

Benefits with Full-Time Civil Service positions include: Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick and Personal leave; NYS Retirement; Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (shared cost); Voluntary participation in: Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account options; Voluntary insurance options include: Short-Term Disability, Cancer/Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Confinement, Dental, Vision; Voluntary participation in NYS Deferred Compensation plan. Washington County is an equal opportunity employer.

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