Head Cook - 4154

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 60 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.

BronxWorks is hiring one (1) Head Cook for the Morris Innovative Senior Center Program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Abide by Department of Health and OSHA regulations regarding proper kitchen hygiene and maintenance.
• Ensure that quality and quantity of food meet standards for meal patterns established by designated regulatory agencies (i.e. USDA, CACFP, etc.).
• Receive and inspect incoming products for quality and quantity, and ensure prompt and proper storage.
• Supervise and participate in the requisition, inspection, preparation, cooking and portioning of food in accordance with quality standards.
• Participate in menu planning.
• Prepare meals accurately according to written recipes.
• Recommend changes in recipe/cooking method to improve quality of food.
• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of staff engaged in food preparation, meal service and cleanup.
• Ensure safe handling and proper temperature control of prepared foods.
• Supervise packaging and delivery of meals to satellites and to the homebound.
• Forecast specific quantities of items to be produced and maintain necessary food production record.
• Maintain monthly inventory.
• Submit food orders to vendors in a timely manner.
• Ensure security of refrigerators, freezers, storerooms, and office before leaving for the day.
• Check cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, and equipment, dining areas, and adherence to sanitation standards.
• Supervise and participate in the training of cooks and other kitchen personnel in their duties and responsibilities.
• Plan and conduct meetings of subordinates as needed, in the absence of program coordinator/director.
• Consult with Coordinator as to schedules, menu and any other problems.
• Attend relevant BronxWorks and outside trainings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent credentials.
• two years of supervisory experience and a Food Handler’s Permit/licence

· Supervisory experience preferred.

• Valid Food Protections Certificate.
• Valid Food Handlers Certificate or ability to obtain certificate within 3-6 months of employment.
• Proficiency in the safe operation of all kitchen equipment and Department of Health regulations.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform repetitive hand/arm motion daily (i.e. scooping, cutting)
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, crouch, or sit for long periods of time
• Ability to climb five flights of stairs
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents
• Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
• Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather.

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org.