AIP is looking for a Cook I to work in Batavia, NY. As directed, assists the Head Cook in performing a variety of tasks concerned with the preparation and serving of food and beverages.

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• Works under the supervision of the Head Cook. The Food Service Worker will act independently or assist in the performance of any and all duties necessary to keep the facility in full operation. Will perform other duties as assigned.
• The duties listed below are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They should not be construed as a complete list of the various duties normally performed by the individuals assigned to the Food Service department or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.
• Washes, peels, scrapes and cuts vegetables and fruits.
• Prepares simple salads and toast.
• Counts butter. Slices cakes and pies.
• Makes coffee, tea and other beverages.
• Dishes out portions of food on trays or plates, and pours beverages.
• Prepares dining and serving areas by setting up counters, stands, and tables.
• Fills salt and pepper containers.
• Scrapes, washes and sorts dishes, mugs and sporks. Cleans kitchen equipment, pots and pans, counters and tables.
• Sweeps and mops floors.
• Will be assigned duties with selected detainees.
• Under direction will measure, stir, cut, grind, chop, and season ingredients according to recipes.
• Delivers food carts to detention areas and return carts to kitchen.
• Prepares and maintains proper levels of box lunches.
• Draws required cooking utensils from kitchen storage areas.
• Loads and unloads delivery trucks as necessary.
• Work is completed in a priority established by supervision or facility need.
• All work will be completed with a high degree of professionalism, quality and craftsmanship.
• Lulls in workload are used to maintain a clean and orderly work area and to ensure clerical tasks are up to date. Keeps up to date on departmental and facility safety standards and local codes and policies.

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Must have inter/intra communication skills with employees and department heads. Must be able to follow Standard Codes of Conduct pertaining to interaction with detainee population.
• May lift or push up to 50 lbs. For extended periods of time may be required to stand, walk, squat, kneel, sit, bend, reach and climb.
• Work areas may include all areas of the facility. May be exposed to cleaning chemicals and solvents. Works in close proximity to steam or gas ovens and grills that produce intense heat.
• Must be able to pass extensive background investigation and drug testing. Random drug testing will be performed. May be required to cross train in various departments.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Infrastructure Protection (AIP), an Akima company, is not just another federal management operations contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AIP, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AIP provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AIP delivers the trained personnel, equipment, and processes to safeguard federal assets and provides protective services and detention management operations for critical mission requirements.

As an AIP employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.