Cook, PT

Concern Housing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (Agency pays 80% of the premium)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Sponsored 403(b) Retirement Plan

Excellent Paid Time Off Package

Job summary

A non-profit housing agency is seeking a Part Time Cook in New York, responsible for food preparation and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 2 years in various kitchen roles, including food prep and line cook. Strong communication skills and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs are essential. The role offers a pay rate of $20.00 per hour and includes a variety of benefits such as medical insurance and educational assistance, making it an attractive opportunity for those in the culinary field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-years’ experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation.
• At least 6-months experience in a similar cooking capacity.
• Ability to communicate clearly with all team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to recipes and standards.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and proper equipment condition.
• Control food costs through proper storage and waste management.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies and communicate with team.

Skills

Food preparation

Communication skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Job description

Description

Concern Housing is seeking a Part Time Cook to be responsible for food preparation and to maintain sanitation and cleanliness of the kitchen.

Concern Housing is seeking a Part Time Cook to be responsible for food preparation and to maintain sanitation and cleanliness of the kitchen.

Days/Hours

Saturday; 11am – 7pm & Sunday; 9:30am – 3:30pm

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards.
• Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and timely manner.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and kept in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the agency’s maintenance policies and procedures.
• Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures.
• Be knowledgeable of agency policies regarding personnel and report any concerns/problems to program director.
• Responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for kitchen floors, mats, walls, hoods, other equipment and food storage areas.
• Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points.
• Ensure open communication with full time Cook when ingredients are running low or if there is any feedback from clients.
• Responsible for ensuring all scheduled cleaning is completed.
• Remain current with all Agency required compliance documents and trainings.

Requirements

A minimum of 2-years’ experience in varied kitchen positions including food preparation, line cook, fry cook and expediter along with at least 6-months experience in a similar capacity. Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel and guests, and frequently lift up to 50 lbs. Must have availability to work in a standing position for long periods of time.

Benefits

Concern Housing offers a generous benefit package which includes; Medical Insurance (Agency pays 80% of the premium), Affordable Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Agency Sponsored Retirement Plan, Employee Sponsored 403(b) Retirement Plan, Agency Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage and an Excellent Paid Time Off Package. Concern encourages employee growth, offering Educational Assistance and Scholarship Programs, Licensure Reimbursement and Possible Internship/Clinical Supervision. Referral Bonuses are also available!

Salary

$20.00/hr

About the Organization

Concern Housing is a non-profit agency committed to helping individuals and families to live in the community with dignity and enhanced opportunities through the provision of housing and support services. We are one of the largest housing agencies of this kind in New York State, currently serving approximately 1,300 individuals and families in over 240 locations. Concern offers a variety of housing options with individualized support services designed to support personal growth and independence. Our workplace culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding innovative ideas. Diversity at our agency means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talent and strengths.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.