Cook

CookDon't Just Feed Your Community…..Plan the Menu!$24.51 per hourA nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and the greater New York Area.Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities so our success depends on those we employ.The RoleUnder the general supervision, the Cook is responsible for purchasing, stocking, preparing, and cooking the food that is provided to clients at a program site. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.ResponsibilitiesWhat You Will DoCleans food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, equipment, and utensils.Ensures sanitation, health, and safety standards are maintained in work areas.Measures ingredients required for specific foods to be prepared.Washes, cuts, chops, and prepares foods designated for cooking.Follows menu in preparing meals.Follows recipes in cooking meals.Cleans, stocks, and restocks workstation and supply area.Must follow personal sanitation standards before, during, and after cooking food.Orders and takes delivery of food and supplies.Complies with nutrition and sanitary regulations and safety standards.Maintains a positive and professional approach with co-workers and clients.QualificationsCulinary School TrainingAt least Two (2) years of relevant experience as a Cook in a restaurant or similar environmentFood Protection CertificateGood understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients and staff.Available to work a flexible schedule as needed in response to participant and staff needs.Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.