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Assistant Cook

Part-time

Personal Touch Food Service

Buffalo, NYPart-time$17.5/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$17.5/hr
Location
Buffalo, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ServSafe Certification

Job overview

Personal Touch Food Service is hiring an Assistant Cook. Personal Touch Food Service is seeking a reliable and motivated Assistant Cook to join their team. This role involves working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, preparing and serving nutritious meals to students, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness and sanitation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food service and a strong work ethic.

Key focus areas include Assist the Cook in preparing and serving meals in accordance with established menus and nutritional guidelines, Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and serving areas, and Help with inventory, food storage, and restocking of supplies.

Successful candidates bring Ability To Lift 40 Lbs, Ability To Stand For Extended Periods, and Ability To Work In Noisy Environment. Important skills include Positive Attitude, Strong Work Ethic, and Collaboration. Preferred (not required): Food Preparation, Meal Serving, Kitchen Cleanliness, and Equipment Sanitation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Positive AttitudeStrong Work EthicCollaborationFood PreparationMeal ServingKitchen CleanlinessEquipment SanitationInventory ManagementFood StorageRestocking SuppliesFood SafetySanitation StandardsPersonal Hygiene Standards

Qualifications

Ability to Lift 40 LbsAbility to Stand for Extended PeriodsAbility to Work in Noisy EnvironmentPrevious Food Service ExperiencePrevious Kitchen ExperienceServSafe Certification

Full job description

Assistant Cook

Buffalo, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3600+Union+Road+Buffalo+NY+USA+14225)

Description

Job Title:Assistant Cook

Location:Cheektowaga Central Schhools

Employer:Personal Touch Food Service

Position Type: Part-Time (School Schedule)

Starting Pay: $17.50/hour

About the Role:

Personal Touch Food Service is seeking a reliable and motivated Assistant Cook to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, has a passion for food service, and values serving nutritious meals to students.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the Cook in preparing and serving meals in accordance with established menus and nutritional guidelines.

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and serving areas.

Help with inventory, food storage, and restocking of supplies.

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.

Support meal service in a busy, student-centered cafeteria environment.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Cook or Food Service Manager.

Schedule:

Follows the school calendar – no nights, weekends, or holidays!

Requirements

Qualifications:

Previous food service or kitchen experience preferred, especially in a school or institutional setting.

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Must be able to work in a noisy, fast-paced school cafeteria environment.

Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work well in a team.

A valid ServSafe certification is a plus or willingness to obtain.

Salary Description

17.50

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