Cook II (COOK-11) (SUN-THUR / 11:30AM - 8:30PM)

Cook II

Join New Freedom Where Second Chances Become Bright Futures. At New Freedom, we don't just believe in second chanceswe help people thrive because of them. We are a mission-driven, high-performance organization committed to strengthening communities and empowering justice-involved and formerly incarcerated individuals to successfully rebuild their lives. If you're driven, collaborative, and energized by making a real differencethis is where you belong.

We take care of the people who take care of others. At New Freedom, you'll enjoy: competitive pay and a strong benefits package, multiple incremental increases throughout your first six months and then on a recurring six month cycle, $0 medical plan option + employer-supported coverage, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off, free meals, snacks, drinks, gym access, a mission that mattersand a team that works hard to deliver on it.

The Cook II is an experienced culinary team member responsible for preparing and cooking food, supporting kitchen operations, mentoring Cook I team members, and helping maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and kitchen efficiency. This role serves as an important bridge between entry-level cooks and kitchen leadership. This role is ideal for someone who: has solid kitchen experience and wants to continue developing professionally, enjoys mentoring less experienced team members, thrives during busy meal service periods, takes pride in food presentation and consistency, enjoys balancing food preparation, service, and team support responsibilities.

What You'll Be Responsible For: preparing ingredients and executing daily food production activities, performing a variety of cooking techniques and meal preparation functions, providing guidance and support to Cook I staff, assisting with receiving, storage, inventory rotation, and labeling procedures, ensuring food quality, presentation, and service standards are met, maintaining sanitation, kitchen safety, and regulatory compliance standards.

What Success Looks Like: food is consistently prepared according to recipes and quality standards, service runs smoothly during meal preparation and meal periods, junior cooks receive effective coaching and support, inventory and food storage procedures are consistently followed, kitchen cleanliness and food safety remain a top priority.

What We're Looking For: high school diploma or GED, valid Food Handler's Certification (can obtain after hire), two to four years of kitchen or food service experience, intermediate knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations, ability to lift 3050 pounds and stand for extended periods, previous restaurant, institutional, or healthcare food service experience preferred, CPR/First Aid and crisis de-escalation certifications preferred, experience training or mentoring team members preferred.

Environment + Physical Demands: a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment supporting members, guests, and staff. Ongoing adherence to food safety, sanitation, chemical safety, and workplace safety standards is essential. Extended periods of standing, walking, lifting, and food preparation activities. Frequent use of knives, cooking equipment, refrigeration systems, and commercial kitchen tools. Ability to lift and move supplies, ingredients, and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds (with some duties requiring 3050 pounds).

Our Standard: we're building something meaningfuland that requires people who show up, contribute, collaborate, and take ownership. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, be part of a driven team, and help shape the future of an organizationwe want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity: New Freedom is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug and alcohol-free workplace, and compliant with Veteran and ADA regulations.