Cook - Reaching New Heights

Bowery Residents' Committee•New York, NY

About The Position

The Cook prepares and serves meals, cleans up after meals, and ensures food is stored properly. The role also includes maintaining refrigerators, freezers, and other appliances; receiving food deliveries; picking up food and supplies as needed; and assisting with general facility cleaning. Other related duties may be assigned. The position is full-time at 37.5 hours per week. BRC staff support New Yorkers experiencing homelessness by providing services and opportunities that promote health, self-sufficiency, hope, and dignity. BRC describes its workplace as supporting employee wellbeing and development, with opportunities to make a difference and grow personally and professionally.

Requirements

  • Food protection certificate.
  • TB clearance required.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and serve meals.
  • Clean up after meals.
  • Store food properly.
  • Maintain refrigerators, freezers, and other appliances.
  • Receive food deliveries.
  • Pick up food and supplies as needed.
  • Assist with general cleaning of facilities as needed.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Health insurance available immediately upon starting work.
  • Paid sick time available immediately upon starting work.
  • Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage available for a spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
  • At least three weeks of paid vacation.
  • 12 paid holidays, plus additional paid sick and personal time.
  • 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
  • Tuition assistance and training opportunities for career development.
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, transit, and childcare.
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