Assistant Cook (Food and Nutrition)

GODDARD RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER•New York, NY

2d•$24 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Cook prepares food as per a pre-existing menu based on the nutritional guidelines. The Assistant Cook is responsible for assisting in the maintenance, sanitation, and cleanliness of the kitchen and related facilities and equipment.

Requirements

Possession of Food Protection Certificate as issued by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Minimum of two years of experience cooking for large groups of 2000+ people
Experience preparing and cooking hot, frozen, and chilled meals
CPR certified and AED/First Aid Certified or be willing to attend both trainings.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
Ability to stoop, bend, lift and carry 50+ lbs.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time
Ability to multi-task and work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Experience or interest in serving older adults in a community center setting.
Ability to work some flexible hours, including evenings and weekends if needed
Must be able to work on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
Utilize the provided personal protective equipment such as masks and gloves at all times; use provided hand sanitizer as needed
Wash hands before the start of the work shift and at the end of the work shift
Follow established cleaning and sanitization procedures
Report immediately; personal flu-like symptoms
Report immediately; personal exposure to others who have exhibited flu-like symptoms

Nice To Haves

Bilingual, English/Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Assists with food preparation according to a pre-planned menu and food service.
Assists the Head Chef with daily supervision of other kitchen staff members and implementation of tasks and production assignments
In the absence of the Head Chef, assumes full responsibility for cooking, serving pre-planned meals, record keeping, and supervising the task supervision of kitchen staff, interns, and volunteers.
Assists in the inventory and proper maintenance of food storage areas, ensuring all food items in the storage room are properly dated
Assists with deliveries as they arrive, storing them promptly and ensuring proper rotation of food and disposables, following FIFO practices.
Assists in the maintenance, cleanliness, and sanitization of all refrigeration/freezer units (both free-standing and walk-ins), steam tables, shelves/racks, work surfaces, all cooking equipment (including and especially the range and ovens), dishes, utensils, appliances, tables, and storage areas.
Reports appliance/equipment failure to the Head Chef promptly and in the absence of the Head Chef and Food Service Manager, can schedule repairs.
Prepare, cook, and supervise the portioning and serving of food.
Participate in menu planning and developing food purchase orders, and submit orders on time.
Maintain Daily Food used records and conduct monthly physical food and disposables inventory.
Coordinate activities of staff engaged in food preparation, meal service, packaging, and clean-up.
Responsible for safe handling and ensuring proper temperature control of prepared foods, food storage areas, refrigerators, and freezers.
Responsible for the proper functioning, cleaning of kitchen equipment, dining areas, and adherence to sanitation standards.
Assist in the support of volunteers and interns in the kitchen.
Actively participate in all aspects of staff development, including weekly supervision, team meetings, and training during the year
Understand that the above description does not cover all aspects of the role and further duties can be required as needed.