Cook Helper

Cook Helper

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Cook and the Cook, the Cook Helper is responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of food in an institution in accordance with the New York City Food Standards, Executive Order 122, and performing related duties. This position requires knowledge of sanitary codes applicable to meal preparation, food handling and cleaning. The cook helper must provide professional and courteous service to all staff, residents, and co-workers. Consistent and reliable cook helpers are required to assist in the preparation of food that provides physical nourishment and contributes to a sense of emotional well-being to children and youth in the care of ACS. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain cleanliness of the assigned areas to provide residents with a safe and sanitary dining environment.
• Maintain inventory and security of supplies and equipment.
• Assist stock workers in the inspection and weighing of foods that are delivered, while ensuring quality and verifying quantity.
• Serve food to residents and youth while maintaining portion control.
• Monitor security of the refrigeration and storage areas to limited access.

Additional Information: Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.

Minimum Qualifications: Ability to read and write English and to understand and carry out simple instructions.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.