Cook

Buffalo, NY, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.50 - $20.80

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

generous PTO

Paid holidays

403b with employer match

Employee assistance program

Staff recognition program

Employee Discount Program

Job Description

Pan-American Square is a DePaul Community Residence-Single Room Occupancy (CR-SRO) Program dedicated to providing supportive housing and community resources to residents in need. As part of DePaul, a well-established nonprofit organization committed to ending homelessness and improving lives, this program plays a critical role in offering safe, affordable, and stable living environments. DePaul’s focus on compassion, respect, and empowering individuals aligns strongly with its comprehensive support services, which include health care access, case management, and community engagement opportunities. The Pan-American Square site specifically emphasizes fostering dignity and independence for its residents, ensuring they receive not only shelter but also nutritious... Show More

Job Requirements

Must be at least eighteen 18 years of age
At least one-year work experience as a cook in a restaurant or in a large volume food service program
Ability to follow recipes when preparing meals
Ability to work full time
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform various physical kitchen duties
Willingness to adhere to all safety and sanitation guidelines
Ability to communicate effectively with residents and team members
Willingness to participate in required trainings and staff meetings

Job Qualifications

At least one-year work experience as a cook in a restaurant or in a large volume food service program
Ability to follow recipes and maintain food quality
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures
Ability to supervise and coordinate with Dietary Assistants
Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with residents, staff, and guests
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating respect toward residents

Job Duties

Responsible for seeing that all food is served at the proper temperature
Responsible for following recipes when needed when preparing meals
Assists in the service of meals to assure that food is served attractively and in proper portions
Responsible for advanced preparation of food while assuring that the quality of the product is maintained
Follows proper sanitation and safety procedures and assures that Dietary Assistants follow safety protocols
Organizes and ensures sanitation of storerooms, refrigeration units and kitchen and dining areas
Supervises the maintenance, cleaning and sanitation of assigned culinary equipment and work areas
Regularly visits residents in the dining room to observe and evaluate meal service quality, diet appropriateness, quantity, temperature and appearance to ensure resident satisfaction
Follows all food safety protocols when storing and disposing left over foods
Responsible for the supervision of the Dietary Assistants and oversees the Dietary Department including ordering of food and supplies in the absence of the Director
Responsible for the security of all dietary items and the prevention of loss from staff, residents and the public
Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a caring, positive attitude toward all residents as per respect policy, staff and guests
Participates in staff meetings and attends agency required trainings
Follows all safety rules and regulations for self, residents, and staff
Performs any other duties necessary for the effective operation of the programs

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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