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Chautauqua Opportunities ASSISTANT COOK in Dunkirk, New York
ASSISTANT COOK
Dunkirk, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=10825+Bennett+Rd.+Dunkirk+NY+USA+14048)
Description
Assists the Head Cook with all aspects of food preparation and serving for a child care center and summer food program.
Regular full-time; Monday-Friday; 6:00 a.m. - 2:00p.m.; $15.89/hour
Assists Head Cook with preparation and cooking of daily meals.
Assists in the maintenance and monitoring of Health Department regulations.
Sets up carts for delivery of food to classrooms and return.
Place food into hot packs and vehicles for transport to off-site locations.
Transport, as needed, food and supplies to the off-site classroom.
Wash dishes and food prep areas
In absence of Head Cook o Completes required paperwork; Orders food; Directs Kitchen Assistants in their job duties
Promotes agency mission.
Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics.
Maintains consistent professional customer service.
Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting selfsufficiency. ? Other duties as designated by supervisor.
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills Required:
High School Diploma or GED
2 years of work experience cooking or degree or post high school certification in food preparation
Knowledge of health and food sanitation procedures and practices
Knowlege of food allergies and food related diseases and the ingredients that can cause allergies/intolerances
Basic math and record keeping skills
Special Requirements:
Have or obtain within 90 days of employment, Food Handler Safety Training certificate (as required by Chautauqua County Department of Health)M
Meets OCFS training requirements and maintains training logs
Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times.
Completes all required NYS background clearances.
Pre-employment physical exams and TB Testing.
Valid Driver’s license.
Reliable transportation
Authorized Driver of a COI Vehicle.
Ability to travel throughout the county.
Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required; subject to random drug and alcohol testing for cause.
Works compassionately with a diverse population.