Top 170 Culinary Jobs in Colonie, Ny

Cook - Ballston Spa School Nutrition
Whitsons Culinary Group —Ballston Spa, NY
- $20 an hour
- Extended hours
- School experience
- ServSafe
- English
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Line Cook - Junior's Bar & Grill Albany
Junior's Bar & Grill Albany —Albany, NY
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Fast casual restaurant
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Baker Lead - University at Albany
Aramark —Albany, NY
- $28 - $30 an hour
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
4d
Sous Chef - University at Albany
Aramark —Albany, NY
- $28 an hour
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Kitchen
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Senior Sous Chef - University at Albany
Aramark —Albany, NY
- $30 an hour
- Fair chance
- Senior level
- Kitchen
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Prep Cook
The Cheesecake Factory —Albany, NY
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Food Service Worker 2 (NY HELPS), Capital District Psychiatric Center, P26363
State of New York - Mental Health, Office of —Albany, NY
- $42,641 - $52,413 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Psychiatry
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Prepared Foods Production Team Member (Deli / Culinary Prep) - Part Time
Whole Foods Market —Albany, NY
- $16.00 - $25.40 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Hand tools
- Store discount
- Paid time off
Sous Chef
HMSHost by Avolta —Colonie, NY
- $62,354 - $71,648 a year
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Kitchen Assistant (Sur La Table)
CSC Generation —Albany, NY
- $16.00 - $17.02 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Guest services
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11d
DISHWASHER (PART TIME)
Chartwells K12 —Albany, NY
- $16.50 - $17.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Leadership
- Entry level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Culinary Manager
Kingsway Community —Schenectady, NY
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- 3 years
- Computer skills
- COVID-19 protective measures
- Loan repayment program
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SOUS CHEF (FULL TIME)
Bon Appetit —Schenectady, NY
- $25 - $32 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Mid-level
- University
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Cook - Per Diem - St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY
St. Peter's Health Partners —Albany, NY
- $16.70 - $20.36 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospital
- Organizational skills
- Hospital experience
- Opportunities for advancement
CASHIER/FOOD SERVICE WORKER (FULL TIME AND PART TIME)
Chartwells K12 —Albany, NY
- $16 - $17 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Leadership
- Entry level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Executive Chef 2
Sodexo —Troy, NY
- $70,975 - $91,850 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
11d
Prepared Foods Team Member (Deli Service Counter & Culinary Venues) - Part Time
Whole Foods Market —Albany, NY
- $16.00 - $25.40 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Hand tools
- Store discount
- Paid time off
Utility/Food Service Worker - Lansingburgh School Nutrition
Whitsons Culinary Group —Troy, NY
- $16.50 an hour
- Extended hours
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Job Fair – Brookmere Saratoga, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Brookmere Saratoga, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio Hotel —Saratoga Springs, NY
- $18 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- In person
- Background check
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Free parking
- Health savings account
4d
Lead Pizza Maker
Tree House Brewing Company —Saratoga Springs, NY
- $24 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Guest services
- Communication skills
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Cook - Ballston Spa School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group -
Ballston Spa, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$20 an hour
12 days ago

Benefits

Paid training
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Recipe adherence
ServSafe
Food portioning
English
High school diploma or GED
HACCP
Communication with kitchen staff

Full Job Description

School Cook – Fuel Young Minds with Every Meal!
Monday–Friday | No Nights or Weekends!

Are you passionate about cooking and looking for a job that aligns with your life? Join our school nutrition team as a Cook and help prepare fresh, nutritious meals that give students the energy to learn and thrive!

What You'll Do:

Cook and prepare a variety of meals according to school menus
Ensure all food is safely cooked and presented with care
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace
Work with team members to serve meals in a timely, friendly manner
Support special dietary needs and food allergy safety procedures

Why You'll Love This Job:

Family-friendly schedule – you're home by mid-afternoon
No nights, weekends, or holidays
Paid training and steady hours
Be part of a mission that matters – healthy meals fuel better learning
Friendly, team-oriented school environment

We're Looking For:

Basic knowledge of cooking techniques (we'll train the right person!)
A commitment to cleanliness and food safety
A dependable and positive attitude
Comfort working in a school kitchen environment
A passion for helping kids grow strong and healthy

Why Join Us?

Competitive pay + opportunities for growth

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement

Paid time off

About Us:

At Whitsons, we believe food has the power to transform a school day. Our cooks are everyday heroes who prepare meals that nourish bodies and minds. Join us and bring your heart to the kitchen where it matters most.

Apply today and help cook up a brighter future—at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.

Pay rate: $20/hr

Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; must complete all Whitsons and government-required training as necessary.

Experience

Minimum 1 year of professional culinary or food service experience required; school nutrition or institutional food service experience preferred.

Certifications

ServSafe certification required or must obtain within a defined timeframe upon hire; local food safety certification required in any jurisdiction of employment.

Other Qualifications

Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques; ability to speak and read English sufficient to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.

Always presents a positive and professional image; ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment; genuine interest in school nutrition and student health.

Core Competencies

Culinary Skill & Recipe Adherence: Demonstrates proficiency in cooking techniques, batch cooking, and recipe execution; consistently meets portioning, presentation, and nutritional compliance standards for every meal served.

Food Safety & Compliance: Maintains rigorous adherence to HACCP, ServSafe, and all applicable food safety and sanitation standards; completes temperature logs and production records accurately and on time every shift.

Execution & Reliability: Manages the timing and sequencing of cooking operations to meet meal service deadlines consistently; follows all Whitsons policies, production standards, and assigned schedules with accuracy and dependability.

Attention to Detail: Demonstrates care in portioning, temperature monitoring, station setup, signage, and documentation; ensures every station is stocked, clean, and properly maintained throughout the service day.

Teamwork: Works cooperatively with the Chef Manager and fellow food service workers; contributes to a productive, positive kitchen environment and supports the team in achieving daily service goals.

Customer Focus: Takes pride in the quality and presentation of every meal served; maintains a welcoming, clean, and visually appealing station and understands that student satisfaction and participation are the ultimate measure of success.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER DETAILS

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are aligned with the school district's food service schedule. Occasional extended hours may be required in support of special events or operational needs.

Travel Requirements

This position is primarily site-based. Occasional travel to other school locations within the district may be required for substitute coverage or operational support.

Physical Demands of the Job

The Team Member is required to stand on their feet for the majority of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; use hands and fingers to handle food, tools, and equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side. Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment. Movement in and out of storerooms and near ovens and freezers is regularly required. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in a kitchen and food service production environment. Standing is required for the majority of the workday. The noise level is moderate to loud during meal service periods.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work and duties that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position, and Whitsons reserves the right to add additional duties or modify existing duties.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Whitsons and team member and is subject to change by Whitsons as the needs of Whitsons and requirements of the job change.

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culinary jobs in colonie, ny

Cook - Ballston Spa School Nutrition

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