Line Cook - High-Volume Kitchen, Mission-Driven

Encore Community Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

403(b) with Employer Match

Flexible Spending Account

Transit benefits

Dependent Care

Job summary

Encore Community Services is hiring a Line Cook for full-time, on-site work in Midtown Manhattan. You will work with the Brigaid Program Chef to oversee daily food production and ensure compliance with health regulations.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off, 403(b) with employer match, and transit benefits. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, NYC DOH Food Protection Certificate (or course/ exam), and 2+ years of professional cooking experience in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must have a valid NYC Department of Health Food Protection Certificate, or be able to take the self-paced course and pass the exam prior to hire.
• At least 2 years of professional cooking experience; high-volume cooking is a plus.
• Experience in commercial kitchen or institutional food service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to established menus, recipes, and guidelines.
• Prepare meals in quantities for Encore’s programs and meal service needs.
• Follow portion-control standards for consistent meals.
• Ensure food safety, proper storage, labeling, and temperature controls.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely (ovens, stoves, mixers, slicers).
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and records related to food production and inventory.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Protection Certificate (NYC DoH)

Job description

Encore Community Services is hiring a Line Cook for full-time, on-site work in Midtown Manhattan. You will work with the Brigaid Program Chef to oversee daily food production and ensure compliance with health regulations.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off, 403(b) with employer match, and transit benefits. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, NYC DOH Food Protection Certificate (or course/ exam), and 2+ years of professional cooking experience in a