Cook

My Place Home For The Homeless; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Job summary

A dedicated non-profit organization in Buffalo, NY is seeking an experienced Cook to create positive dining experiences for residents. The role involves preparing and serving food, maintaining a clean kitchen, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates must have ServSafe certification and at least 1 year of experience in a commercial kitchen. This part-time position requires working three days a week for six hours each day and offers competitive pay along with health insurance for employees.

Qualifications

• Must be ServSafe Certified.
• At least 1 year of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Ability to follow recipe measurements and proportions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food to residents and guests.
• Develop effective menus.
• Restock kitchen supplies as needed.
• Manage food deliveries and orders.

Skills

ServSafe Certification

Customer service skills

Menu development

Basic math skills

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance

Pay: $17-$19/HR. Job Title: Cook. Organization: My Place Home for the Homeless, Inc. Location: Buffalo, NY

About Us

My Place Home for the Homeless, Inc. is a dedicated non‑profit organization focused on providing comprehensive support to individuals experiencing homelessness. We offer both temporary/emergency housing and permanent supportive housing, along with essential resources such as job training, mental health and medical services, and access to transportation. Our mission is to empower individuals to regain stability and self‑sufficiency through compassionate care and community‑based solutions.

Job Overview

We are seeking a diligent and experienced Cook to join our team with a focus on creating a positive dining experience for the residents and guests of My Place Home. This role involves preparing, cooking, and serving food, maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment, and ensuring a high level of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop effective menus to meet operational needs and service levels
• Prepare menu items in advance according to the intake and events
• Possess the ability to create food items of various dietary preferences
• Restock kitchen for future use
• Maintain stock levels and organization in placing food orders
• Order food, supplies, and equipment to meet operational goals
• Assist in budget development and monitor costs
• Manage food deliveries and stock food items

*Duties of the role are subject to change.

Skills & Qualifications

• Must be ServSafe Certified, either with a Food Handlers’ Certificate or more advanced
• At least 1 year of experience in a commercial kitchen
• Must be able to read, use basic math skills to understand, and follow recipe measurements and proportions
• Constant standing, walking, bending, stretching, and repetitive motions
• Strong customer service skills with professionalism
• Proactive and solution‑oriented
• Able to work independently
• This position requires working 3 days a week for 6 hours a day.

My Place Home for the Homeless, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including individuals who have experienced homelessness, to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary is subject to level of education and or experience. We offer employer sponsored health insurance (employee only) and paid holidays.