Cook - Food Services

Bowery Residents' Committee • New York, NY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

BRC's Food Service Program provides nutritious meals to several of the agency's other housing and day treatment programs. The program also caters special events such as BRC graduations and reunions. The Food Service Program provides training and supervision for interns in the BRC Horizons Workforce Development program through a six-week Food Service Training program that assists trainees to obtain their NYC Food Handlers Certificate. Participants in this program are eligible for a Safe Serve certificate with additional training. At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity. Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.

Requirements

• Ability to read and write English.
• Knowledge of NYC health regulations related to food service.
• NYC Food handler certificate required.
• TB clearance required.

Nice To Haves

• Two years experience preferred but not required cooking for groups of 20 or more.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Vaccination preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Prepare, serve and clean-up after meals.
• Responsible for sanitation related to meal preparation.
• Assist with ordering and inventory.
• Responsible for proper storage of food and other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time.
• A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED