Cook, WAC

Samaritan Village, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,855 - 31,127; Part time

Job summary

Samaritan Village, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Cook in New York City. This role involves preparing and cooking food for clients under the supervision of the Program Director. The ideal candidate will have a Food Protection Certificate, a High School Diploma or Culinary training, and at least two years of relevant cooking experience.

Work hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10am to 4pm, with an hourly pay of $19.23. Join us in making a difference in our community!

Qualifications

• Food Protection Certificate issued by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
• At least two years of experience as a Cook in a relevant setting.
• Good understanding of various cooking methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Cleans food preparation areas and cooking surfaces.
• Ensures sanitation, health, and safety standards.
• Prepares and cooks food following recipes.

Skills

Cooking methods knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Culinary School training

Job description

Overview

Cook

Join a Healthcare Force for Good!

Part-Time Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. 10am-4pm

Hourly Rate: $19.23

A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area.

Samaritan Daytop Village, serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities so our success depends on those we employ

The Role

Under the general direction of the Program Director, the Cook is responsible for purchasing, stocking, preparing, and cooking the food that is provided to clients at a program site. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.

Responsibilities

What You Will Do

• Cleans food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, equipment, and utensils.
• Ensures sanitation, health, and safety standards are maintained in work areas.
• Measures ingredients required for specific foods to be prepared.
• Washes, cuts, chops, and prepares foods designated for cooking.
• Follows menu in preparing meals.
• Follows recipes in cooking meals.
• Cleans, stocks, and restocks workstation and supply area.
• Must follow personal sanitation standards before, during, and after cooking food.
• Orders and takes delivery of food and supplies.

Qualifications

Who You Will Be

• Food Protection Certificate issued by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency, or Culinary School training.
• At least Two (2) years of relevant experience as a Cook in a restaurant or similar environment such as the NYC Department of Homeless Services (DHS) or another similar city-operated organization.
• Good understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients and staff.
• Available to work a flexible schedule as needed in response to program and staff needs.
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Team player and ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.