Cook I - Senior Housing Kitchen (Full-Time)

West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403(b) retirement

FSA

Life & Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter benefits

Paid federal holidays

Vacation & sick time

Job summary

West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing is seeking a dedicated Cook I for a full-time, on-site role. You will prepare, serve, and keep clean the dining facilities while adhering to standardized recipes and health regulations.

You will document temperatures and assist in receiving deliveries, ensuring meals for residents meet safety standards. You will work with a team under the Food Service Manager, covering shifts and assisting when Cook II is needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Active NYC Food Handler's certification.
• Minimum 6 months as Kitchen Assistant or Dishwasher.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals following standardized recipes.
• Document temperatures for foods, freezers, and refrigerators.
• Follow portion and serving guidelines from the Food Service Manager.
• Assist in receiving and storing food deliveries per NYC DOH regulations.
• Distribute meals to residents adhering to food safety standards and DOH guidelines.
• Keep kitchen, storage, and dining areas clean.
• Meet with supervisors regularly to discuss food service.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Nutritious meals

Food safety procedures

Communication skills

Organization & time management

Teamwork

Resident-focused

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NYC Food Handler's Certification

Kitchen experience (note: not education)

Job description

West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing is seeking a dedicated Cook I for a full-time, on-site role. You will prepare, serve, and keep clean the dining facilities while adhering to standardized recipes and health regulations.

You will document temperatures and assist in receiving deliveries, ensuring meals for residents meet safety standards. You will work with a team under the Food Service Manager, covering shifts and assisting when Cook II is needed.