Date Posted:

08/24/26

Applications Due:

09/11/26

Vacancy ID:

222399 Position Information NY HELPNo AgencyMental Health, Office of TitleCook, Creedmoor Psychiatric Center, Cook, P27812 Occupational CategoryNo Preference Salary Grade11 Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA) Salary RangeFrom $47695 to $58447 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekOther (see below) "Other" ExplanationDay shift weekdays with scheduled weekend hours. Hours Per Week40 Workday From6 AM To6 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountyQueens Street AddressCreedmoor Psychiatric Center 79-25 Winchester Blvd. CityQueens Village StateNY Zip Code11427 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionDuties to be performed may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• prepares and cooks a variety of foods for residents within a State facility.
  
• reviews menus to determine type and quantity of food to be prepared and plans cooking schedule so foods are ready at prescribed time.
  
• measures, mixes, cuts, grinds, chops and seasons ingredients according to State recipes using a variety of hand and power kitchen utensils.
  
• bakes, roasts, broils, fries and steams food as called for in recipes.
  
• observes and tastes food and adds ingredients and seasoning to improve texture and flavor, tests food for completion of cooking time and adjusts heat controls; carves and divides portions into individual servings.
  
• arranges for distribution of food by placing into service trays or packing food for distribution to separate dining areas.
  
• may supervise a small kitchen staff of Food Service Workers 1 and 2 by: (a) making specific work assignments, (b) directing general cleaning after each meal, (c) providing oral and written instructions regarding materials, utensils and procedures to be performed, (d) overseeing and inspecting performance to ensure that instructions, procedures and standards are observed.

Minimum QualificationsCandidates must have three years' experience in large-scale cooking. Additional CommentsAll OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:

• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
  
• Access to tuition assistance programs
  
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
  
• Paid time off - 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
  
• NYS Retirement programs Background checks will be required.

This position is eligible for a downstate adjustment of $4,000. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameHuman Resources Telephone Fax718-264-3627 Email Addresscr-hr-mail@omh.ny Address StreetCreedmoor Psychiatric Center 79-25 Winchester Blvd. CityQueens Village StateNY Zip Code11427 Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for this position, please copy the link below into a new browser window to complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application, and submit it along with your resume and other application materials via fax or email the Human Resources email address noted above. Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID #, and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax. ://omh.ny/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.