Assistant Cook

About the role

Location: Fairport, NY 14450; Food Service Department. Term: 11‑month position, full time, plus 10 days over the summer. Hours: Monday‑Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Start date: September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Cook and supervise the work of Food Service personnel in the absence of the Cook Manager.
• Assist in the preparation and service of food served in the school food service department.
• Assist the Cook Manager with routine management functions including production reports, temperature charts, HACCP and other sanitation reports, inventory, stock and delivery management, cash and meal accountability, kitchen equipment use and care, and other management duties as assigned.
• Supervise and participate in the maintenance of health, safety and sanitary practices as required by regulatory agencies.
• Assist the Cook Manager in all phases, including delivery and service, of any off‑site School Food Service program operated by the department.
• Help ensure meals are served in pleasant facilities and by courteous staff.
• Create an atmosphere for employee productivity and satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and other employees.
• In absence of Cook Manager perform end‑of‑day cash handling for all Monroe One BOCES food service venues.

Qualifications

• Civil Service eligibility as Assistant Cook.
• Either: successful completion of a recognized certificate program in Food Service Administration (Food Production focus) OR one (1) year paid full‑time or part‑time equivalent experience in food preparation on a large scale for a cafeteria, restaurant, hotel, or institution (other than short order or fast food).
• Applicants qualifying via the certificate option must submit a copy of the certificate or diploma.
• Good knowledge of the principles and skills in the preparation of quantity foods.
• Ability to supervise the work of others as needed.
• Ability to maintain and understand basic management records and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Current valid NYS Driver's License.
• Experience in quantity food cooking in schools or equivalent institutions such as restaurants or hotels.
• Adequate physical stamina necessary to stand while performing duties.
• Physically able to perform essential functions of the position (with or without reasonable accommodations), including but not limited to lift 50 pounds.

Pay

Salary range: $16.00 – $22.59 per hour; actual salary dependent on experience and contract.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM; 11‑month position plus 10 days over the summer.