Community Kitchen Cook – Evening & Weekend Shifts

Argus Community, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Harbor House program is seeking a Cook to prepare congregate meals for our meal programs and report to the Lead Chef. The role involves maintaining a sanitary kitchen, cooking per recipes, serving meals, and assisting with local purchases as needed.

You will also maintain kitchen equipment, monitor inventory of food and supplies, and ensure operations comply with health standards. Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Must possess Food Handling Certification.
• Previous related experience in food preparation.
• Ability to read and write English to follow menus and work schedules.
• Ability to keep simple inventory of supplies on hand.
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with staff and residents.
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve meals for congregate meal programs.
• Maintain kitchen in sanitary and safe conditions.
• Make local food purchases when necessary.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and inventory.
• Follow health department ordinances and assist with stock control.

Skills

Food safety

Team collaboration

Inventory tracking

Flexible schedule

English literacy

Education

Food Handling Certification

Job description

The Harbor House program is seeking a Cook to prepare congregate meals for our meal programs and report to the Lead Chef. The role involves maintaining a sanitary kitchen, cooking per recipes, serving meals, and assisting with local purchases as needed.

You will also maintain kitchen equipment, monitor inventory of food and supplies, and ensure operations comply with health standards. Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is required.