Food Service Cook

Position: Food Service Cook

Location: Somers, NY

Shift Information: Monday-Friday (6:30am-2:30pm)

This is a seasonal position following a school calendar (Sept-June, no weekends or holidays)

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Cafeteria Food Service Cook for one of our school’s cafeterias. This candidate will be part of a great team that is always looking to improve the students lunch experience. Applicants must enjoy working in a school setting and provide a positive and uplifting meal experience.

Some Job Responsibilities will include:

Utilizing commercial kitchen equipment in the preparation and cooking of a variety of menu items.

Upholding ServSafe standards and Child nutrition regulations.

Preparing food by washing, cutting, chopping, slicing, mixing, and assembling.

Assist in serving food on the service line.

Unpacking and organizing deliveries.

Ensuring the kitchen is maintained and cleaned at the end of each day.

Qualifications:

Must have a culinary or cooking background.

Must feel comfortable standing for long periods of time and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Must be a team player with a positive and upbeat attitude.

Must have reliable transportation.

The Company: Lessing’s Hospitality Group is comprised of over 115 locations throughout the Northeast and Florida. Lessing’s operates 20 wedding and catering venues, 15 full-service restaurants, over 75 corporate and academic dining centers, a historic inn, and a presidential yacht. Steeped in over 130 years of tradition, Lessing’s Hospitality Group’s focus is on providing each guest and client with unique, personalized experiences and remarkable hospitality.