<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 12/10/25</p> <p>Applications Due01/02/26</p> <p>Vacancy ID204678</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPNo</p> <p>AgencyChildren & Family Services, Office of</p> <p>TitleCook (Hourly)</p> <p>Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance</p> <p>Salary GradeNS</p> <p>Bargaining UnitISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $22.84 to $22.84 Hourly</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Temporary</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 0%</p> <p>Workweek Variable</p> <p>Hours Per Week 40</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 12 AM</p> <p>To 12 AM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? No</p> <p>County Cayuga</p> <p>Street Address Harriet Tubman Residential Center</p> <p>6706 Pine Ridge</p> <p>City Auburn</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code13021</p> <p>Duties Description Prepare and cook a variety of foods including soups, sauces, meats, fish, vegetables, baked goods, etc.</p> <p>Supervise kitchen staff in the storage, preparation, cooking and dispensing of food.</p> <p>Clean and sanitize kitchen facilities, utensils and equipment.</p> <p>Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience in large-scale cooking.</p> <ul> <li>Large scale is defined as 300 meals daily. </li></ul> <p>Additional Comments The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS's mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned, and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services</p> <p>Telephone 518-473-7936</p> <p>Fax 518-473-6122</p> <p>Email Address eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street Bureau of Personnel - CDS</p> <p>52 Washington Street, 231 North</p> <p>City Rensselaer</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 12144</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to eoajobpostings@ocfs.ny.gov You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.</p>