Cook Manager I-Greater Amsterdam SD (FT/10M)
: Job Details :

LOCATION: Management Services - Greater Amsterdam School District SCHEDULE: M-F @ 7.5 hours/day BASIC FUNCTION: This work involves the preparation and cooking of food on a large scale and the supervision of the food preparation staff in an institution or facility with a large population. The work is performed under the general supervision of a superintendent or dietary manager. Supervision is exercised over the cooks, assistant cooks and food service helpers. Does related work as required. RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises and participates in the preparation of and serving of food.

Supervises the storage and care of food and supplies.

Supervises and participates in the cleaning of the kitchen and care of the equipment.

Keeps records of food and supplies received and used.

Keeps employee time records.

Plans work schedules.

Plans menus with attention to nutritional value, acceptability and budgetary limitations.

Determines requirements and submits requisitions for food and supplies.

Good knowledge of the principals and practices of large quantity food preparation.

Good knowledge of menu planning.

Good knowledge of the purchasing of food in large quantities and the sanitary handling and storage of such food.

Good knowledge of the fundamentals of nutrition principles and their applications to the health of clients.

Good knowledge of modern food preparation including the utensils, appliances and equipment used for such preparation.

Ability to plan and supervise the work of others.

Ability to keep records and prepare reports.

Ability to get along well with other employees and the clientele of the facility.

Ability to accurately communicate verbal and written directions.

Tact.

Good judgment.

Resourcefulness.

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

SALARY: BOCES employee salary commensurate with experience and in accordance with contract language. CLOSING DATE: Posting will remain open until position has been filled.