Cook

Location: Rochester, NY

Salary: $40,641 - $51,662 annually

About the role

This is a food service position responsible for the preparation, cooking, and serving of hot and cold food items to students, faculty, patients, and patrons in a school or institutional setting. Food is prepared in accordance with established menus or specific diets. Employees may plan menus, complete food requisitions, and maintain inventory records.

When assigned to an educational facility, the Cook may either be the responsible food service employee in an elementary school or work under the general supervision of a Cook Manager in an elementary, junior, or senior high school. When assigned to an institutional setting, the Cook reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a Lead Cook, Food Service Manager, or other higher-level staff member. Direct supervision may be exercised over Assistant Cooks and other food service employees.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold food items in accordance with established menus or specific diets.
• Plan menus, complete food requisitions, and maintain inventory records as needed.
• Supervise Assistant Cooks and other food service employees when required.
• Perform related work as required.