Cook (5 AM Shift DFTA )

Great Performances; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Transit benefits

Vacation time

Job summary

Great Performances in The Bronx is hiring a Cook for the 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM shift to prepare nutritious meals for the Home-Delivered Meals program under the Department for the Aging. You will review recipes, assemble ingredients, and ensure food safety and portion control in a fast-paced kitchen.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of high-volume cooking experience, strong knife skills, and the ability to read recipes and production sheets.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years cooking in a high-volume kitchen or institutional setting.
• Strong knife skills and safe prep practices.
• Ability to read recipes, production sheets, and portion control guidelines.
• Knowledge of nutrition and dietary needs preferred.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; meet deadlines.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; stand for long periods; maintain sanitation.
• Valid Food Handler’s Certificate; own knife & toolkit.

Responsibilities

• Review recipes, assemble, combine, and cook ingredients while maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment.
• Execute hot food production according to plating guides and standards.
• Ensure proper presentation and high-quality results for each order.
• Place and expedite orders to meet service standards and timelines.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and storage per DOH/DFTA regulations.
• Keep a clean workstation during opening and closing procedures.
• Ensure food is cooked and held at proper temperatures to prevent illness.
• Work in a fast-paced, team‑oriented environment with professionalism.

Skills

Cooking experience

Knife skills

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

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Cook (5 AM Shift DFTA )

Full Time The Bronx, NY, US

About us:

From innovative menus and striking design to impeccable service and critical attention to detail, at Great Performances, we weave our mission into all we do. Serving New York City for over four decades, Great Performances has evolved from a waitress staffing agency to the leading catering, events, and hospitality companies in the greater New York area. We provide food services in an array of celebrated New York City cultural institutions, including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Wave Hill, and The Apollo Theater. We are known for full-service catering and events, corporate workplace dining and amenity programs, and large-scale event and festival production. Great Performances is the nation’s first caterer to own and operate an organic farm, Katchkie Farm, located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, we consistently set the pace for industry best practices.

We are seeking a dedicated, reliable, and experienced Cook to join our Home-Delivered Meals Program serving clients under the Department for the Aging (DFTA). The Cook plays a vital role in preparing high-quality, nutritious meals that meet established dietary, safety, and portion standards. This individual will ensure all meals are produced efficiently and in compliance with DFTA nutritional guidelines, food safety regulations, and Great Performances’ culinary standards.

The ideal candidate has strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and a passion for supporting the health and well‑being of New York City’s older adults. This position requires the ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume kitchen while maintaining consistency, cleanliness, and teamwork. The Cook will also assist with menu execution, oversee proper storage and labeling of ingredients, and collaborate with kitchen and packing teams to ensure timely and accurate meal preparation and delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their craft, values teamwork, and wants to make a meaningful impact by preparing meals that nourish and support the community.

Responsibilities:

• Review recipes, assemble, combine, and cook ingredients while maintaining a sanitary kitchen environment.
• Execute hot food production in accordance with plating guide specifications and established standards.
• Pay close attention to the details and presentation of each order to ensure high-quality results.
• Place and expedite orders efficiently to meet program service standards and delivery timelines.
• Maintain proper food safety, sanitation, and storage requirements in compliance with DOH and DFTA regulations.
• Keep an organized and clean workstation at all times, following kitchen opening and closing procedures.
• Ensure food is cooked and held at proper temperatures to prevent foodborne illness.
• Excel in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment while maintaining professionalism and quality under pressure.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2–3 years of cooking experience in a high-volume kitchen, catering, or institutional food service environment (DFTA or senior meal program experience a plus).
• Strong knife skills with the ability to efficiently and safely chop, dice, slice, and prepare ingredients to precise specifications.
• Ability to read and follow recipes, production sheets, and portion control guidelines accurately.
• Solid understandingofnutrition, portion control, and special dietary needs preferred.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
• Valid Food Handler’s Certificate.
• Must own a complete knife and tool kit.
• Strong work ethic, well‑organized, focused, attentive to details
• Dependable and punctual.
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation practices and food safety standards.

Location: 2417 3 rd Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451

Salary:$19.25/hour

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Benefits: Accrued sick & vacation time, 401K, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Transit, and FSA (Flexible Spending Account)

Must be able to provide valid documentation that you are legally eligible to work in the United States.

Great Performances is an equal opportunity employer. At Great Performances, we employ qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience. Great Performances does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based on race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.