Cook

ISS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Leave program

Job summary

ISS/Guckenheimer is seeking a Cook in New York, NY to prep and prepare meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events. You will follow production sheets, supervise safe handling, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen to deliver high-quality meals.

The role offers an hourly wage of $24.00–$30.00 and full-time benefits. Work hours are 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday, in a fast-paced environment that emphasizes food safety and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year professional cooking experience or education equivalent.
• Basic cooking and prep techniques required.
• Ability to operate large-volume culinary equipment safely.
• Adhere to food safety guidelines, HACCP, and company SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and catered events.
• Follow production sheets and chef directives.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety standards.
• Clock in/out and manage time during shifts.
• Notify management of ingredient or safety issues.

Skills

1-year cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Basic prep techniques

Safety with large equipment

Job description

CookBring your passion for food and your culinary skills to our kitchen! As a Cook with ISS/Guckenheimer, you’ll help create delicious, high-quality meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events. From prepping fresh ingredients to executing recipes with care and consistency, you’ll be part of a fast-paced culinary team focused on serving great food and creating memorable dining experiences.Hourly WageGuckenheimer offers full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The hourly pay range for this position is $24.00 per hour - $30.00 per hour.Work HoursThe work hours for this position are 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, Mon-Fri .Key PurposeThe Cook will accurately and efficiently fulfill prep lists, tasks, and food preparation for various meal periods including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but ISS/Guckenheimer may identify additional responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ from account to account, depending on the business needs and client requirements.Success CriteriaEnsure:Kitchen organization and cleanliness providing a safe environment for all employees and guestWorkplace Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed dailyFood Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed dailyHACCP guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed dailyAll internal audit guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed dailyAbility to work safely with large volume culinary equipment including slicer, large mixer, food processors, blenders, and chopperMinimum of 1-year professional cooking experience or education equivalent.Key AccountabilitiesClock in and out for workday and clock in and out during breaksAlways provide the highest quality of service in accordance with ISS/Guckenheimer and client standardsUtilize food preparation procedures in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local guidelines and regulations to ensure high quality food service is providedBasic knowledge of cooking and prep techniques as required by your work assignmentExecute NetMenu recipe preparation of food items, as directed by production sheets and/or LC, SC, or Executive ChefClean and sanitize work areas and equipment and must follow ISS/Guckenheimer, and government regulatory rules and proceduresNotify management when there are any ingredient discrepancies/availability, food/equipment safety, or any other situation that requires management attentionAttend all meetings of the dayMay perform other duties and responsibilities as assignedPhysical Demands & Work EnvironmentWork in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)Reach, bend, stoop, push, and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 poundsUtilize team lift, transportation carts, and any other means of assistance when dealing with heavy loadsCome to work properly dressed and in according to the dress codeEmployee must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periodsHSEQ Compliance: All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.To Executive Search Firms and Staffing Agencies: ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer property, and ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to Hiring Managers without contacting the ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer Human Resources Talent Acquisition Department.As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.Employment with ISS/Guckenheimer may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and, where appliable, a drug and/or alcohol screening, in accordance with applicable laws and Company requirements.