Community Kitchen Cook | Nourish & Empower

Urban Pathways, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Professional development

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness programs

EAP

Employee recognition

Job summary

Urban Pathways, Inc. in New York, NY, seeks a Cook to prepare menus, cook meals for residents, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen. You will work with a team and report to the Director of Operations/Kitchen Supervisor while promoting an inclusive, anti-racist culture.

The role requires at least a year of food preparation experience, basic computer skills, and the ability to serve clients with dignity. Weekend, holiday, and evening shifts are required, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum one year of food preparation experience for a residential population of at least 50.
• Knowledge of food and nutrition.
• Experience with people experiencing homelessness, mental illness and/or substance abuse population preferred.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal menu and cooks food.
• Assures meal plans meet nutritional requirements.
• Prepares menus for four-week cycles taking into account seasonal and holiday menus.
• Presents food in an appealing manner.
• Monitors food temperature consistent with health and safety regulations.
• Receives, checks, and stores all food and kitchen supplies delivered to the facility.
• Rejects damaged foods upon delivery.
• Monitors food donations in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Stores food in accordance with health, safety and fire department regulations.
• Utilizes best practice for First-in/First-out food storage.
• Monitors food storage climate and temperature consistent with health and safety regulations.
• Maintains kitchen area and equipment in clean and sanitary manner.
• Cleans all equipment, counters and floors after every meal.
• Ensures proper labeling, dating and storage of containers.
• Washes dishes, utensils, dinner trays, pots, and pans according to sanitary procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes equipment and area after every meal.
• Ensures proper water temperatures are utilized.
• Monitors dishwashers are operating properly.
• Se rves meals to clients.
• Keeps uniform neat and clean.
• Projects professionalism and courtesy at all times.
• Maintains good personal health and hygiene.
• Wears gloves and hair nets when handling food.

Skills

Food preparation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Diversity awareness

Customer service

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Urban Pathways, Inc. in New York, NY, seeks a Cook to prepare menus, cook meals for residents, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen. You will work with a team and report to the Director of Operations/Kitchen Supervisor while promoting an inclusive, anti-racist culture.

The role requires at least a year of food preparation experience, basic computer skills, and the ability to serve clients with dignity. Weekend, holiday, and evening shifts are required, with a comprehensive benefits package.