Shelter Kitchen Cook – Food Prep & Service

Help USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

HELP USA is seeking a Cook to join the food services team at one of our transitional, shelter housing sites in Brooklyn. The Cook will help with food preparation, food service, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness at the site.

The role supports daily meal service, inventory/meal counts, and may step in for the Head Cook when needed. A High School Diploma or equivalent and a Food Handlers Certificate are required, with ongoing training encouraged.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent or equivalent experience and skills.
• Food Handlers Certificate required.
• Willingness to continue training in food preparation and related courses.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation.
• Assist with food service.
• Keep inventory/ daily meal counts.
• Assist with kitchen cleanliness.
• Stepping in for the Head Cook in their absence.

Skills

Food preparation

Food service

Kitchen cleanliness

Inventory tracking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

HELP USA is seeking a Cook to join the food services team at one of our transitional, shelter housing sites in Brooklyn. The Cook will help with food preparation, food service, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness at the site.

The role supports daily meal service, inventory/meal counts, and may step in for the Head Cook when needed. A High School Diploma or equivalent and a Food Handlers Certificate are required, with ongoing training encouraged.