Shelter Kitchen Lead: Nutritious Meals & Training

UNAVAILABLE; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

S:US is seeking a Cook for our Men's Shelter in Brooklyn to develop nutritious daily menus and oversee meal preparation for residents, including those with special dietary needs. The role includes preparing low-fat and low-sodium options, managing food orders and inventory, and ensuring sanitary handling in line with NYC/NYSDOH regulations.

Some weekend/evening hours are required. You will train residents in basic nutrition and cooking skills, participate in staff meetings, and uphold SUS

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in all aspects of food preparation and kitchen management in a large institutional setting.
• NY State Food Handlers Certificate required; additional nutritional training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare low-fat, low-sodium, vegetarian and soft meal options to meet special dietary needs.
• Assist in managing and performing food and equipment ordering and inventory.
• Ensure safe and sanitary handling and storage of all food items per NYC/NYSDOH guidelines.
• Supervise kitchen area cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and trainee instruction.
• Contribute to Daily Cooking and Nutrition training for Shelter Residents to promote independent living.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as needed.
• Train residents in basic nutrition, meal prep, and kitchen safety according to guidelines.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

NY State Food Handlers Certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

S:US is seeking a Cook for our Men's Shelter in Brooklyn to develop nutritious daily menus and oversee meal preparation for residents, including those with special dietary needs. The role includes preparing low-fat and low-sodium options, managing food orders and inventory, and ensuring sanitary handling in line with NYC/NYSDOH regulations.

Some weekend/evening hours are required. You will train residents in basic nutrition and cooking skills, participate in staff meetings, and uphold SUS