Cook - Food Services

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bowery Residents' Committee, Inc. (BRC) is seeking a full-time food service worker to prepare, serve and clean up meals while maintaining sanitation and proper storage for all foods. You will assist with ordering and inventory and ensure compliance with NYC health regulations.

The role requires a NYC Food Handler certificate and TB clearance; two years of cooking for groups is preferred but not required. This is a full-time position located in New York City, offering a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English.
• Two years experience preferred but not required cooking for groups of 20 or more.
• Knowledge of NYC health regulations related to food service.
• NYC Food handler certificate required.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• TB clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, serve and clean-up after meals.
• Responsible for sanitation related to meal preparation.
• Assist with ordering and inventory.
• Responsible for proper storage of food and other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to read and write English

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Duties/Responsibilities

Prepare, serve and clean-up after meals. Responsible for sanitation related to meal preparation. Assist with ordering and inventory. Responsible for proper storage of food and other related duties as assigned.

Duties/Responsibilities

Prepare, serve and clean-up after meals. Responsible for sanitation related to meal preparation. Assist with ordering and inventory. Responsible for proper storage of food and other related duties as assigned.

Hours

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Qualifications

Ability to read and write English. Two years experience preferred but not required cooking for groups of 20 or more. Knowledge of NYC health regulations related to food service. NYC Food handler certificate required. High School diploma or GED preferred. TB clearance required.

• Vaccination preferred but not required*

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.

Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

Program Descripition

BRC's Food Service Program provides nutritious meals to several of the agency's other housing and day treatment programs. The program also caters special events such as BRC graduations and reunions. The Food Service Program provides training and supervision for interns in the BRC Horizons Workforce Development program through a six-week Food Service Training program that assists trainees to obtain their NYC Food Handlers Certificate. Participants in this program are eligible for a Safe Serve certificate with additional training.

Benefits

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
• A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.