Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $25.00 - $27.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Fortune Society, Inc. (Fortune) is a distinguished non-profit organization dedicated to supporting successful reentry from incarceration and promoting alternatives to incarceration, thereby strengthening community fabric. With over 57 years of experience, Fortune has become a leader in reentry and justice-informed services, aiding formerly incarcerated individuals by providing comprehensive wrap-around services and skill development to break the cycle of incarceration and build productive lives. Operating with an annual budget nearing $90 million and employing close to 600 staff, the organization continues to expand both in size and scope of services offered.
Fortune's mission embraces both advocacy—focused on criminal j... Show More
Fortune's mission embraces both advocacy—focused on criminal j... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- NYC Food Protection certification
- 8-10 years of professional cooking experience
- Ability to work Tuesdays through Saturdays, 9am to 5pm, with occasional evenings and weekends
- Experience in large batch cooking and food preparation
- Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team environment
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations
- Physical ability to perform kitchen duties, including standing for extended periods
- Willingness to cover shifts and assist in other program areas as needed
Job Qualifications
- Diverse experience in cooking and food preparation, ranging from large batch cooking to catering
- NYC Food Protection certification required
- Servsafe certification preferred but not required
- 8-10 years of professional cooking experience
- Experience or training in nutrition and culinary arts
- Ability to incorporate good nutrition into the cooking process
- Creativity and awareness of food trends, tailoring food to appropriate audiences is desirable
- Dynamic personality with excellent presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Ability to work in multi-cultural settings with diverse populations
- Knowledge of NYC Food Standards is preferred but not required
Job Duties
- Cook delicious meals in adherence to menus, recipes, and nutrition standards set by New York City, Director, and food safety regulations
- Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen space and equipment
- Serve residents and/or clients respectfully, as needed
- Uphold food quality standards by ensuring consistency in recipe execution across locations
- Collaborate with Cook Supervisor and the team for inventory, procurement, and necessary paperwork, such as temperature logs
- Communicate food, supply, and equipment needs promptly
- Possess knowledge of culinary terms and techniques, especially those enhancing the deliciousness of healthful foods
- Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and dependability as a team player in the kitchen culture
- Contribute to an organized, clean, and sanitary working environment, adhering to departmental and governmental regulations
- Assist in other Fortune Fresh program areas as required
- Cover the Community Chef position when needed
- Exemplify the organization's mission and code of conduct
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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