Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 02/12/26
Applications Due: 06/30/26
Vacancy ID: 209455
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyCorrections and Community Supervision, Department of
TitleHead Cook
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade15
Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $59787 to $72429 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Variable
"Other" Explanation Schedule to be discussed during interview.
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 12 AM
To 12 AM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Ulster
Street Address Wallkill Correctional Facility
50 McKendrick Rd, P.O. Box G
City Wallkill
StateNY
Zip Code12589
Job Specifics
Duties Description Under the supervision of a Nutrition Services Administrator or Dietitian, oversees the operations of a large kitchen; supervises and directs the activities of a large kitchen staff including cooks; and may personally perform food preparation and cooking activities on occasion. This class is characterized by the assignment to assign a kitchen staff to shifts; determine the amount of food to be prepared to meet menu requirements, order and inventory food supplies; inspect kitchen and pantry areas to ensure that proper preparation, utilization, cooking and sanitation procedures are observed and provide training to kitchen staff; maintain operational records, prepare accident reports and work repair orders. May also be responsible to meet specific accreditation standards.
Minimum Qualifications This title is non-competitive. No examination is necessary. However, you must still meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
Minimum Qualifications for Non-Competitive Appointment: five years of experience in large scale cooking, two years of which must have included regular supervision of subordinate employees or working incarcerated individuals.
Substitution: an associate degree or higher in culinary arts or food service may substitute for two years of general cooking experience.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Victoria Montross, Office Assistant 3 HR
Telephone 845-895-2021
Fax 845-895-1018
Email Address Victoria.Montross@doccs.ny.gov
Address
Street Wende Correctional Facility
50 McKendrick Rd, P.O. Box G
City Wallkill
State NY
Zip Code 12589
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