Assistant Cook

Job Details: Job Location: Delaware Valley

• Callicoon, NY, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $18.61 - $18.61Hourly, Job Category: Education, Assistant Cook Location: Delaware Valley Job Corps Center, Callicoon, NY $65,000 per year
• Full-time role Tuesday
• Friday 10am-7pm, Saturday 9:30am-6:30pm / Sunday & Monday off Delaware Valley Job Corps is an education and training center located in beautiful Callicoon, NY. We operate with student-focused programs to ensure successful training and employment placement for each individual we serve. As the Assistant Cook, you are responsible for assisting in the preparation of food and beverages for consumption by students. Assists in kitchen clean-up to facilitate sanitizing of all food service areas.You may provide supervision and training to Job Corps’ Work-Based Learning students assigned to the department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with preparing, cooking, and presenting quality meals and beverages. Transport prepared meals to the serving line and keep serving areas stocked. Provide friendly, professional customer service to students. Assist with washing dishes and cleaning and sanitizing kitchen, food preparation, and serving areas. Follow food safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures.

Assist with maintaining an organized and efficient kitchen. Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance to Work-Based Learning students assigned to the department. Promote positive student behavior and reinforce Career Success Standards. Work cooperatively with staff across departments to support student needs. Complete assignments accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.

Maintain reliable attendance, productivity, and accountability. Communicate clearly and professionally with students, coworkers, and management. Identify and address problems appropriately and follow up to ensure they are resolved. Accept direction from management and assist with other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS

11 paid holidays per year Generous vacation & sick time 401k with 5% match and ESOP eligibility Medical, dental & vision insurance & optional voluntary benefits FREE Employee assistance program Wellness program with incentives Discounted meals for just $2.50 Access to the on-site gym when available Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Previous food service or commercial kitchen experience preferred. Serv. Safe certification is required or must be obtained after hire. Ability to work effectively with young adults in a structured training environment. Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills. Ability to follow food safety and sanitation procedures.

Must be dependable and able to work the scheduled hours. “Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.

Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.” This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.