Cook of Residential Treatment

BestSelf; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Various student loan forgiveness programs

Defensive driving course reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A supportive community organization in Buffalo is seeking a cook to manage meal planning and preparation for program residents. Responsibilities include planning meals, preparing food, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, and managing vendor orders. Candidates should have two years of relevant experience and knowledge of safe food preparation standards. The position offers a welcoming environment with generous paid time off and diverse health insurance options.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of large quantity cooking techniques.
• Accepted standard for safe and hygienic food preparation.
• Must maintain valid vehicle inspection, registration, and insurance.
• Ability to interact in a person-centered and trauma-informed manner with residents.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Defensive Driving course within 15 days of hire and certification to be sent to HR.
• Maintain NYS Defensive Driving course every 3 years and send updated certification.
• Maintain valid vehicle inspection/registration/insurance and provide copies upon expiration.

Responsibilities

• Plan meals on a 2-week schedule.
• Prepare lunches and dinners for residents.
• Maintain kitchen and dining areas in a clean state.
• Order from approved vendors and shop as needed.
• Shop as needed.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Schedules and duties may change based on program needs.
• Complete trainings required by the agency.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Large quantity cooking techniques

Person-centered interaction

Attention to hygiene standards

Education

Two years full time paid experience in restaurant or institutional setting

Valid NYS Driver's License

NYC Defensive Driving course certification

Job description

FLSAStatus: Non-Exempt, Full Time 40 Hours

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The cook is responsible for meal planning, meal preparation, and cleanup.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan meals on a 2-week schedule
• Prepare lunches and dinners to be provided daily to the residents of the program.
• Maintains kitchen and dining areas in a clean and orderly state.
• Responsible for ordering from approved vendors
• Responsible for shopping, as needed.
• Must complete necessary paperwork.
• Schedule and assigned duties are subject to change based on the needs of the program and the clients we serve.
• Completes all trainings required by the agency.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Equivalent of two years full time paid experience in restaurant or institutional setting
• Must have knowledge of large quantity cooking techniques
• Accepted standard for safe and hygienic food preparation.
• Must be able to interact in a person centered and trauma informed manner with residents of the program.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Must have accredited NYS Defensive Driving course; or obtain within 15 days of hire and send certification of completion to Human Resources.
• Must maintain active NYS Defensive Driving course every 3 years and send a copy of the new certification of completion upon expiration.
• Must maintain valid vehicle inspection, registration, and insurance cards and send updated copies to Human Resources upon expiration.

Some things you can look forward to:

• Welcoming, team environment, that inspires you to thrive and be your BestSelf!
• Generous paid time off
• Various student loan forgiveness programs
• Multiple and diverse health insurance options
• Many other unique lifestyle & personal insurance options
• Defensive driving course reimbursement (if required for position)
• Career growth and advancement opportunities