The Department of Youth Services (DYS) is seeking dynamic, positive,service-minded individual with culinary experience to fill the role ofCook II located at the Brewster location - Southeast Region. Theselected candidate will be responsible for the preparation of a varietyof large-scale meals & snacks for the residents & staff of the BrewsterTreatment facility. The incumbent will also observe & monitorresidents\' behavior, ensure that all kitchen equipment & utensils aresecured & accounted for, as well as supervision of residents in thekitchen during vocational trainings. For additional information aboutthe Department of Youth Services & its programs please watch:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gyP0kCJ181nBakh9Cc0pNNEyPw7kAoI6/viewDuties & Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary & not allinclusive): Prepare food in quantities according to menu & number ofperson to be served adjusting recipes as needed to produce requiredamounts. Evaluate food for quality, quantity, appearance, temperature &taste through observation & tasting in order to determine if it isfresh, properly portioned & prepared correctly. Assist in maintaining anaccurate inventory; ordering of food for the facility. Operate &/or usekitchen equipment such as cutlery, grinders & slicers to portion &/orprepare food for cooking. Ensure cleanliness of the kitchen/food servicearea on a daily basis including basic food sanitary codes & properserving procedures as well as Inspect work storage areas for compliancewith sanitation codes. Contribute to the safety & security of residentsin DYS custody as well as the safety & security of the building. Observethe conduct & behavior of residents; especially while in the cafeteria.Determine type or amount of ingredients which may be substituted in oromitted from recipes without altering taste, appearance or quality.Measure & mix ingredients according to recipe using kitchen utensils &equipment, in order to prepared soups, salads, desserts, dressings,gravies, sauces, stews, etc. Roast, fry, boil, broil & season meat,fish, poultry, vegetables & other food required for daily meals. Provideon-the-job training for new employees in order to teach cooking skills &ensure compliance with safety, sanitary & food preparations. AdministerCPR & physical interventions when necessary & according to Departmentalpolicy & procedure. Required Qualifications: Proficient in the standardmethods, techniques, safety practices & procedures in food h&ling,storage, preparation cooking & serving. Understanding of the effects oftime, temperature, & weather conditions on food as well as methods &techniques for preserving food. Experience in the types & uses ofutensils & equipment used in food preparation & cooking such as ovens,knives, stoves, steamers, etc., including care & maintenance of suchequipment. Knowledge of the tables of liquid & dry measurements, judgingproper quality, appearance, & condition of food as well as the abilityto read & interrupt recipes. Preferred Qualifications: Serve SafeCertified Ability in menu preparation & planning. Knowledge of the laws,rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards &guidelines governing assigned unit activities. Experience with theAmerican Dietetic Association codes, symbols & abbreviations. Training &experience in crisis intervention, restraint training, suicideprevention, CPR, & First Aid. Ability to work in a juvenile correctionsfacility work & train youths in Culinary Arts Schedule: Schedule:10:30am - 6:30pm with Wednesday & Thursday off. See complete jobdescription when applying