Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $46306 to $56743 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Three years of experience in large-scale cooking.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for a Cook position in the at the New York State School for the Deaf. Under direct supervision of a Head Cook in the Food Service Department, the incumbent of this position will prepare and cook a variety of foods for residents, or students within the facility. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Prepares and cooks a variety of foods for residents, employees, or students within the facility;
• Reviews menus to determine type and quantity of food to be prepared;
• Bakes, roasts, broils, fries and steams food as called for in recipes;
• Observes and tastes food and adds ingredients and seasoning to improve texture and flavor;
• Tests food for completion of cooking time and adjusts heat controls;
• Arranges for distribution of food by placing into service trays or packing food into hot boxes for shipment to separate dining areas;
• May personally serve main course of meal in cafeteria setting;
• Make specific work assignments in kitchen and pantry areas;
• Directs and/or may personally perform the general cleaning after each meal;
• Provides oral and written instructions regarding materials, utensils, and procedures to be performed;
• Demonstrates proper preparation and cooking procedures;
• Oversees and inspects performance to ensure instructions, procedures and standards are observed; and
• Ensures that proper sanitation and storage procedures are always followed.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This will be a permanent, competitive appointment Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Division of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. Fees associated with fingerprinting do not apply if applicant’s fingerprints exist in the NYS TEACH System. The work schedule for this position will be Monday through Friday 5:30 am – 2:00 pm.
*This position leads to a maximum salary of $56,743 based on annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 14, 2024, to
nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ROM-448/00356) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address nyssdjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by November 14, 2024, to
nyssdjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (ROM-448/00356) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.