Assistant Cook - Senior Meals & Kitchen Support

Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and Queens; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement match

Transit benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified EMP

Job summary

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens is seeking an Assistant Cook to support meal preparation for congregate meals, maintain a sanitary kitchen per NYC DOHMH and DOH regs, and oversee inventory.

The role requires high school diploma or equivalency, a valid Food Handler’s Protection Certificate, and willingness to travel to multiple locations. Prior kitchen experience preferred; lifting up to 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency preferred but not required.
• Valid Food Handler’s Protection Certificate.
• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen preferred.
• Able to prepare nutritious and appealing meals.
• Able to operate independently in the Cook’s absence.
• Able to travel to multiple locations within the five boroughs as needed.
• Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals under the guidance of the Cook.
• Clean and maintain kitchen area and related equipment.
• Maintain sanitary and safety procedures in kitchen and dining areas.
• Serve food and ensure proper portion control in accordance to USDA’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the New York City Food Standards and DFTA guidelines to seniors adhering to NYC DOHMH regulations for food service establishments.
• In the absence of the Cook, assume responsibility in oversee and maintain the food related areas and equipment in accordance to according to NYC DOHMH Article 81.
• Oversee safe handling and temperature control of prepared foods.
• Receive, date and store all food items.
• Inspect all food deliveries for freshness and correct amount ordered.
• Develop meals recipes and introduce to seniors, work on nutritional brochures with cooking recipes, conduct culinary classes.

Skills

Food preparation

Nutrition awareness

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Job description

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens is seeking an Assistant Cook to support meal preparation for congregate meals, maintain a sanitary kitchen per NYC DOHMH and DOH regs, and oversee inventory.

The role requires high school diploma or equivalency, a valid Food Handler’s Protection Certificate, and willingness to travel to multiple locations. Prior kitchen experience preferred; lifting up to 25 pounds.