Residential Services Cook - Full-Time

Residential Services Cook - Full-Time Full Time Queens, NY, US Salary: $40,040 annually, $22 per hour TSINY is seeking a Cook Counselor for one of our residential location in Jamaica (Queens), NY. Cook Counselor - Full-Time Driver's License Required , applicants must have Clean Driving Record. Responsible for preparing and/or directing the preparation of food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards and following established food production programs and procedures. Responsible for appropriate use of facility supplies and equipment to minimize loss and waste. Essential Functions Follow daily schedule as posted or assigned. Report any pertinent information regarding residents and facility to supervisor throughout your shift. Check to see that all appliances are working properly. See what meals have been planned for the day. Prepare, cook and serve all meals during shift. Check with shift supervisor for any meals to be held for residents or off-site meals. Clean all appliances after using. Dispose of garbage. Make sure dirty dishes and utensils are pre-washed and washed in dishwasher. Store supplies, dishes and utensils away after use. Follow all guidelines in accordance with New York State Department of Health Codes. Store foods properly. Thoroughly inspect kitchen and dining room for safety measures and sanitary conditions and report any damages or problems to Administration. Be able to sit or stand as needed, with or without reasonable accommodation. May require walking, primarily on a level surface, for short periods throughout the day, with or without reasonable accommodation. Be able to reach above shoulder heights, below the waist or lift as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday, with or without reasonable accommodation. Driver’s license required. During a declared disaster, assume and adhere to assigned Job Action role(s) consistent with Disaster Preparedness Plan. Perform other related duties as required. Experience/Education/Skills/Abilities High School diploma plus one year’s experience in commercial cooking preferred. Employee must receive a certificate in Food Protection with six months from date of hire. The ideal candidate will: be detailed oriented. be able to work independently and take initiative have the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines possess effective oral and written communication skills have the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employee, as well as external contacts be able to handle confidential and sensitive information require manual dexterity for the use of a computer, telephone, fax, or copy machine be able to prepare clear, concise reports possess knowledge of needs of client populations and treatment sources be able to plan, assign, and direct the work of others be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing support the mission, values and vision of the organization promote positive public relations with residents, family members, and guests complete requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes, including personal hygiene. be able to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of issues possess the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, employees, residents, families, professional and the general public. possess ability to communicate sensitive information to principals and client be able to lift items up to 25 pounds TSINY is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, as well as the New York State Human Rights Law. TSINY prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status or other protected group status as provided by law in all employment decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Transitional Services for New York, Inc.