Cook

Urban Pathways•New York, NY

37d•$17 - $20

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Operations/Kitchen Supervisor, the Cook works independently and/or in a team to prepare monthly food menus, cook food, serve meals, and keep the kitchen area clean and neat. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Cook's duties include:

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.
NYS Food Handlers Certificate or equivalent required.
CPR, First Aid is required within 3 months of hire.
AED preferred.
Completion of recent PPD Test within one year of employment and annually thereafter required.
Minimum one year of experience in food preparation for a residential population of at least 50 preferred.
Knowledge of food and nutrition.
Experience with homeless, mentally ill, and substance abuse population preferred.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Outlook, etc.) a plus.
Basic written and verbal communication skills.
Foreign languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve meals for the shift.
Prepare and schedule meal planning for other shifts when other staffers are present.
Plan menus and run monthly client food committee.
Wash all dishes immediately following meals when present.
Prepare the kitchen for other meals.
Advise Director of Operations of kitchen needs and order supplies for the kitchen including food and utensils, as needed.
Thoroughly clean the entire work area after each meal including the sink, stove, and countertops.
Record meal counts and submits monthly statistics to the Director of Operations.
Attend staff meetings and training as scheduled.
Perform other duties as assigned.