SR. Cook

Summary of Position Functions: Oversees the cafeteria during assigned shift; prepares and oversees the preparation of meals.Major Duties and Responsibilities:Ensures that serving lines are set-up at the proper time for the meal period and food service staff are at their designated area and prepared for the mealAssist in the preparation and service of daily mealsEnsures meals are wholesome and appetizingMonitors the food service line during each meal and conducts temperature checks of each food itemMaintains inventory of food items and request additional food as necessaryAssists in preparing weekly and monthly food service reportsAssists in cleaning and maintaining kitchen and dining areasMaintains daily records of food costs and usage of foodReports unsafe and unsanitary conditions in the kitchen/dining areaEnsures leftover foods are properly covered and storedDirects work of students who are assigned to the serving lineNote: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees will perform other related duties to meet the organization's ongoing needs.Skills & Competencies:Demonstrated ability to plan, direct, or supervise the food preparation or cooking activitiesProven knowledge of all aspects of food handling, preparation, cooking and good nutritionKnowledge of quantity food production and service techniques, food safety/sanitation compliance regulations and proceduresProven ability to plan, organize, and establish priorities for actionExcellent customer service skills; strong communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to multi-task and adapt to a fast-changing environmentProficient in the use of computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite, etc.Educational Requirements & Experiences:High School Diploma, or General Education Diploma (GED)2-years of work-related experience in a cafeteria, or Food Service SettingMust be Safe Serve Certified of have the ability to become certifiedMust possess a Valid NYS Driver's License with an acceptable driving recordMust be able to lift up to 50lbs.Benefits:Medical Coverage with Reduced Rates for EmployeesDental, and VisionLife and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)Long-Term, and Short-Term Disability InsuranceAccident Insurance (dismemberment, dislocation, or fracture) on, or off the jobCritical Illness InsuranceHospital Indemnity Insurance (supplements your medical plan)401K Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)Paid Vacation and Sick Time12 Paid HolidaysFree access to our Weight and Cardio Rooms, and low-cost meals from our dining hall ($3.00 per meal) daily.ADA Requirements:Under the Americans with Disability Act, requirements may be made to accommodate disabled individuals reasonably. However, no accommodation may be made which may pose serious health, or safety risks to the employee, or others, or which impose any undue hardship on the company.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The term "Qualified Individual with Disability," means an individual with a disability who with, or without reasonable accommodations, can perform the essential functions of the position.Physical Activities:Reading, writing, and communicating fluently in EnglishHearing and speaking to express ideas and, or exchange information in person, or over the telephoneSeeing to read labels, posters, documents, PC Screens, etc.Sitting, standing, moving about, or walking for occasional, or frequent periodsDexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipmentKneeling, and bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overheadRetrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and, or lifting light objectsWorking Conditions:Campus and Cafeteria settingIndoor and outdoor environmentExposure to heat from ovens, burners, and steam traysModerate exposure to fumes, smoke, or gasses, solvents, greases, or oilsExposure to cutting and slicing equipment and other machines with moving partsExposure to moderate to high noise levels from kitchen equipment and students at mealtimesMay be required to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekendsOneonta Job Corps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.As of September 17, 2023 - Under the NYS DOL Pay Transparency Law, employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who discuss their compensation with coworkers.