Cook
Organization
Job Location
1 Bungtown Road
Cold Spring Harbor, NY, USA, NY 11724
United States
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits:
Our employees are compensated in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, a range of recognition, wellness programs and access to an affordable and licensed on-site childcare center. Visit our CSHL Benefits site to learn more.
Job Description
Position Description
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking a hard working individual for the seasonal position of Cook in our General Dining & Events department. The responsibilities of this person would be to cook for events and general dining services as directed by the chefs, and to maintain a sanitary environment.
Position Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include:
- Assist the sous chef with preparing hot and cold food for breakfast and lunch including eggs, pancakes, salads, sandwiches, and soup.
- Take inventory and restock products.
- Maintain cooking equipment and a sanitary work environment.
- Troubleshoot and conduct minor repairs on the kitchen and coffee equipment.
- Consistently provide quality food and beverages for all customers by adhering to the menu, health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
- Interact with customers and coworkers in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service oriented manner.
Requirements
Position Requirements
Education: High school degree is required.
Experience: Must have a minimum of one-year experience working in a food service establishment.
Knowledge/Skills:
- Ability to follow instructions and proper sanitation procedures.
- Ability to work as part of a team and maintain an organized work space.
- Ability to accept change of direction in work and priorities with a positive attitude.
- Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming.
- Proficient in Outlook and Excel preferred.
- Knowledge of a point-of-sale system preferred.
- Nassau County Department of Health sanitation certificate preferred.
- Ability to understand the Spanish language is helpful.
Working Conditions:
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and turning.
- Receiving of information through oral communication and a computer.
- Exposure to heat and noise.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply for this position via the CSHL careers website at
About Our Organization
Environment:
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is a world-renowned research and education institution recognized internationally for its excellence in fundamental areas, such as cancer, neuroscience, plant biology, genomics, and quantitative biology. The Laboratory has long been recognized as a place for nurturing young scientists, with post-doctoral researchers being an integral part of the discovery process. The Laboratory offers a warm, collegial, and collaborative work environment in a beautiful location about one hour from New York City.
We strongly recommend to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 however; it is not a requirement for employment.
CSHL is an EO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. VEVRAA Federal Contractor