Cook Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory $18.61/hr

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20/hr retirement plan United States, York, Cold Spring Harbor Oct 06, 2026

Worker Type:

Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Position Description:

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• The Culinary Services department at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is seeking a qualified candidate for a Cook position in our Catering & Events department.

Position Responsibilities:

• 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.

Position Requirements:

Education:

High school degree is required. Culinary education is helpful.

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.