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TOMPKINS COUNTY CIVIL SERVICEVACANCY Inclusion Through Diversity OPEN TO THE PUBLICTompkins County Department of Human Resources Office 125 E. Court Street Ithaca, NY 14850 (607) 274-5526Tompkins County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply TITLE: Cook SALARY: $21.00 TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Full time - 10 month ISSUE DATE: 09/02/26 THE FINAL DATE TO FILE APPLICATIONS: 12/01/26 DATE THAT THIS ANNOUNCEMENT SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM POSTING: 01/01/27 RESIDENCY: Candidates must have been legal residents of Tompkins County or one of the six adjoining counties (Cayuga, Chemung, Cortland, Schuyler, Seneca, Tioga) for at least one month immediately preceding the date of application and maintain residency. For Examinations: The eligible list resulting from the examination will be established in accordance with the final earned numerical ratings of passing candidates regardless of residence. A municipality or district may exercise its right under section 23-4-a. of Civil Service Law to request a certification of eligible candidates who have been residents of that municipality or district for at least one month prior to appointment. After the names of residents have been exhausted, Tompkins County must then certify the names of non-residents on the list. This is a full-time, 10-month position. Passion for Food & High-Volume Cooking: Genuine excitement for culinary arts, scratch cooking, and comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment. Kid-Centric Mindset: A true heart for working around children and contributing positively to their school day. Food Safety Certification: Knowledge of sanitation and food safety best practices (ServSafe certification preferred or willing to obtain).Strong Organizational Skills: Ability to multitask, manage prep schedules efficiently, and keep working areas tidy under tight meal-service timelines. Tech Comfort: Basic computer/tablet literacy to navigate menu planning software and update daily production records. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The applicant must possess a minimum of six months of full-time (or equivalent part-time) experience in the preparation of food on a large scale. Tompkins County is committed to Equity and Inclusion. We encourage those with similar values to apply. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for the preparation of food on a moderate to large scale. This position differs from that of Head Cook in that there is no overall staff supervision, although supervision is exercised over the work of subordinates in preparing and cooking foods as well as cleaning utensils, tables, and dishes. Menu planning is carried out by a higher level cook or supervisor in charge of food service. Direct supervision is received from a Head Cook or other supervisor. Directs the work of subordinates in preparing and cooking foods as well as cleaning kitchen utensils, tables, and dishes. The employee will perform all related duties as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Prepares food as needed for the day's menu by cutting meats and vegetables, baking desserts and breads, and making gravy and other condiments; Operates various kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, pressure cookers, ovens, dishwashers, and choppers; Reads menus or recipes to satisfy food requirements as stated on production sheets; Prepares and cooks meals for those requiring special diets; Reads and follows recipes in the preparation of foods; Checks the food temperature to ensure compliance with county and state regulations; Cleans ovens, pressure cookers, and other kitchen equipment when necessary; May requisition food on an on-going basis; May divide food into portions and package it for delivery to meal sites, if assigned to a central kitchen; May bake items such as pastries, muffins, breads, and cookies; May serve food. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of the safe operation of kitchen equipment; Good knowledge of large scale food preparation and cooking methods; Good knowledge of the sanitary requirements involved in food preparation; Working knowledge of food values and nutrition; Ability to read and follow directions and recipes; Ability to direct the work of others and to get along well with others; Ability to manipulate kitchen utensils and equipment; Reliability; The employee's physical and mental condition shall be commensurate with the demands of the position, either with or without reasonable accommodation. Original creation date unknown. TOMPKINS COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT, 125 EAST COURT STREET, ITHACA, NY 14850 #J-18808-Ljbffr