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About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Operations/Kitchen Supervisor, the Cook works independently and/or in a team to prepare monthly food menus, cook food, serve meals, and keep the kitchen area clean and neat. The Cook will be an active listener and provide high-quality customer service, responding with cross-cultural awareness and promoting an equitable and inclusive anti-racist organizational culture.
Responsibilities
- Prepares meal menu and cooks food.
- Assures meal plans meet nutritional requirements.
- Prepares menus for four-week cycles considering seasonal and holiday menus, and diverse nutritional and religious restrictions.
- Presents food in an appealing manner.
- Monitors food temperature consistent with health and safety regulations.
- Receives, checks, and stores all food and kitchen supplies.
- Rejects damaged foods upon delivery.
- Monitors food donations in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Stores food in accordance with health, safety, and fire department regulations.
- Utilizes best practice for First-in/First-out food storage.
- Monitors food storage climate and temperature consistent with health and safety regulations.
- Maintains kitchen area and equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
- Cleans all equipment, counters, and floors after every meal.
- Keeps kitchen area neat.
- Ensures all food containers are properly labeled, dated, and stored.
- Washes dishes, utensils, dinner trays, pots, and pans according to sanitary procedures.
- Cleans and sanitizes equipment and area after every meal.
- Ensures proper water temperatures are utilized.
- Monitors that dishwashers are operating properly.
- Serves meals to clients.
- Keeps uniform neat and clean.
- Projects professionalism and courtesy at all times.
- Maintains good personal health and hygiene.
- Wears gloves and hair nets when handling food.
- Prepares purchase requisitions for food and kitchen supplies.
- Maintains daily meal count.
- Maintains inventory of food supplies and equipment.
- Provides food reports as required.
- Informs the Director of Operations/Kitchen Supervisor on needed repairs and replacement of kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Represents Urban Pathways and responds to inquiries as needed.
- Communicates verbally and in writing in a professional manner.
- Attends staff meetings, trainings, and supervisory sessions as required.
- Responds to all communications in a timely manner.
- Performs all other duties as assigned and as required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.
- Food Handler Certificate required.
- Minimum one year of experience in food preparation for residential population of at least 50 preferred.
- Knowledge of food and nutrition.
- Experience with people experiencing homelessness, mental illness and/or substance abuse population preferred.
- Completion of recent PPD Test within one-year of employment and annually thereafter required.
- Required to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
- Comfortable with using public transportation to travel to and from various program sites.
- NYS Food Handlers Certificate or equivalent required.
- CPR, First Aid required within 3 months of hire.
- AED preferred.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, lift (up to 50 lbs.), climb stairs, type, write, read, speak, see, and hear.
Skills
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Outlook, etc.) a plus.
- Basic written and verbal communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
- Work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Foreign languages a plus.
Location
- New York City
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum one year of experience
Education Level
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent preferred
- Food Handler Certificate required
- NYS Food Handlers Certificate or equivalent required
- CPR, First Aid required within 3 months of hire
- AED preferred
Salary/Compensations
- The salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills, and expertise.
Benefits
- Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Retirement Savings: A 403(b) plan and a 401(a) with employer annual contribution
- Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Wellness Programs: Employee wellness programs, including fitness initiatives and mental health support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services
- Employee Recognition: Recognition programs
About the Company
- Since 1975, Urban Pathways has engaged New York City’s most vulnerable residents, people on the streets or in areas unfit for human habitation, “lighting the path home, one person at a time.”
- Urban Pathways is a catalyst for transformative change in the lives of unhoused adults, empowering them to discover their inherent strengths and abilities.
- We provide essential support and foster an environment where individuals can redefine their narratives and become their best selves.
Equal Opportunity
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.