Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 09/19/25
Applications Due: 10/04/25
Vacancy ID: 198180
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office 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 Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation 9-5 Sun-Thurs
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Cayuga
Street Address Harriet Tubman Residential Center
6706 Pine Ridge
City Auburn
StateNY
Zip Code13021
Job Specifics
Duties Description Supervision of food preparation and cooking in a large institution kitchen; determine the amount of food to be prepared according to the planned menu; requisition food supplies; inspect kitchen areas to ensure preparation, utilization, cooking and sanitary procedures are observed; kitchen staff training as necessary and perform food preparation and cooking activities.
Additional duties will be discussed in detail at the interview.
Minimum Qualifications Five years of experience in large scale cooking, two years of which must have included regular supervision of subordinate employees. An associate degree or higher in culinary arts or food service may substitute for two years of general cooking experience.
Large scale is defined as 300 meals daily.
Additional Comments Five years of experience in large scale cooking, two years of which must have included regular supervision of subordinate employees. An associate degree or higher in culinary arts or food service may substitute for two years of general cooking experience.
Large scale is defined as 300 meals daily.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services
Telephone 518-473-7936
Fax 518-473-6122
Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov
Address
Street Bureau of Personnel - CDS
52 Washington Street, 231 North
City Rensselaer
State NY
Zip Code 12144
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.
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