First Cook

NYU Langone Hospitals; Florida; On-site; USD 36,220 - 51,587; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Generous time-off program

Holistic employee wellness program

Job summary

A leading health system in New York is seeking a First Cook responsible for preparing a variety of menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This role requires a high school diploma, culinary knowledge, and at least four years of cooking experience in a healthcare facility or commercial food service. The ideal candidate will also have effective communication skills and an understanding of kitchen equipment. A competitive salary of $31.87 hourly is offered, with comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of cooking experience in healthcare or commercial food service.
• Understand and communicate effectively in English.
• Knowledgeable about kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plans work assignments and completes tasks within time frames.
• Prepares and cooks various menu items and garnishes food properly.
• Maintains communication and good relationships with kitchen staff.

Skills

Understanding of portion control

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Effective communication

Ability to follow sanitation standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree preferred

Tools

Broilers

Deep-fat fryers

Slicers

Job description

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition‑free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.

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Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a First Cook. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for performing work of moderate difficulty in preparation of various menu items which involves a variety of cooking operations as instructed by immediate supervisor or designee. Oversees and leads all other cooks.

Job Responsibilities

• Plans work assignments accordantly and utilizes time effectively. Completes assignments within allotted time frames. Adjusts well to changes in work schedule, work flow and priorities.
• Attends meetings and in‑services for food production employees. Assures management of attendance at meeting and in‑services by signing attendance sheet. Is aware and understands material and instructions given.
• Prepares and cooks a wide variety of food including meats, poultry, and seafood. Sets up assigned work area by collecting and assembling food and supplies needed to complete duties. Sets up and prepares equipment for use in food production. Follows proper cooking procedures in accordance with the standardized recipe cards and the supervisor's instructions to produce a uniform product. Implements procedures necessary to satisfy all patient dietary restrictions. Garnishes the food properly. Assists in the timely set‑up of food delivery to user areas according to production sheets and the supervisor's instructions.
• Utilizes all types of kitchen equipment to prepare food. Uses the appropriate following equipment: broilers, ovens, deep‑fat fryers, slicers, choppers, steamers, steam kettles, tilt fry kettles, mixers, robo coup, pumping station, and miscellaneous small equipment such as knives, paddles, whips, etc. Uses the appropriate equipment for the proper preparation and service of food.
• Oversees preparation of all foods. Oversees and insures the timely set‑up of food delivery to all users according to the production sheets and the supervisor's instructions. Reviews the food prepared by the 2nd cook, 3rd cook and cook's helper and adherence to daily menu and set established guidelines. Brings discrepancies to the attention of the supervisor.
• Maintains open communication and good relationships with others. Listens carefully to others in order to respond appropriately, answer questions, or obtain needed information. Works well with all levels of staff. Works at establishing a good rapport and professional working relationship with all departmental personnel; maintains appropriate interdepartmental communications.
• Follows established departmental sanitation standards. Follows HACCP code compliance, and all food safety standards. Applies correct sanitary procedures.
• Provides assistance and contributes new ideas to the department. Volunteers assistance to others. Seeks additional assignments when work is completed. Demonstrates an ability to learn and adapt to changes in hospital functions, management style or routines.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify you must have a high school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to understand and communicate effectively in English. Thorough knowledge of portion control, forecasting procedures and recipe adherence with an emphasis on the timely production of items. Must be knowledgeable about all kitchen equipment. A minimum of four years of responsible cooking experience in a high‑volume health care facility or commercial food service institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Culinary degree preferred.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well‑being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $31.87 - $31.87 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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