Cook - 5217

BronxWorks; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

BronxWorks is seeking a Cook for the Older Adult Center kitchens in Bronx, NY. The role supports daily meal preparation, packaging, and delivery to satellite offices while ensuring compliance with health regulations and sanitation standards.

You will assist with inventory, menu planning, and staff coordination, contributing to nutritious, safe meals for seniors. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a Safe Food Handler’s Certificate (or obtaining within 3–6 months), and the

Qualifications

• Must work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good communication and time-management skills are required.
• Proficiency in handling kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Follow health and OSHA regulations for kitchen hygiene and maintenance.
• Assist with weighing, receiving, and proper storage of food.
• Participate in menu planning and food preparation under supervision.
• Ensure safe handling and proper temperature control of meals.
• Maintain sanitation of kitchen, dining areas, and equipment.
• Assist with packaging and delivery of meals to satellite offices.
• Keep accurate food usage records and support monthly inventory.
• Coordinate activities of staff during meal service and cleanup.
• Attend BronxWorks trainings and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Fast-paced work

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Safe Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

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Cook - 5217

Bronx, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 5217

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.

Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.

The Older Adult Center kitchens provide fresh healthy meals to older adult clients daily.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Abide by Department of Health and OSHA regulations regarding kitchen hygiene and maintenance.
• Assist with weighing in, receiving and proper storage of food.
• Participate in menu planning.
• Prepare food under the direction of the Kitchen Manager.
• Assist with safe handling and proper temperature control of prepared foods.
• Assist with proper functioning and cleaning of kitchen and kitchen equipment, dining areas, and adherence to sanitation standards.
• Assist with packaging and delivery of meals to satellite offices.
• Maintain food usage records and assist in taking monthly inventory.
• Help coordinate activities of staff engaged in food preparation, meal service and cleanup.
• Attend relevant BronxWorks training.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.
• Also assist in other sites if necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent credentials preferred.
• Valid Safe Food Handlers’ Certificate or ability to obtain certificate within 3-6 months of employment.
• Experience working in a setting responsible for managing and providing (breakfast, snack, and supper) meals based on required standards in a congregate setting is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment required
• Proficiency in safe operation of all kitchen equipment and Department of Health Regulations.
• Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary.
• Experience working in a team environment is preferred
• Familiarity with a variety of cultural recipes and preparations preferred
• Reliability and being highly responsible is a must

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork.
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
• Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
• Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.

BronxWorks is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We consider qualified applicants without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities and other legally protected needs. To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail]