Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $54,600.00 - $81,900.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
403B Thrift Retirement Plan
12 Annual Sick Days
12 Agency Holidays
20 days or 4 weeks of paid time off
Additional 5 days paid time off after 5 years
Total of more than 6 weeks paid time off
Job Description
Goddard Riverside Community Center and the Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center are two of Manhattan's leading community-based human services organizations, dedicated to supporting approximately 30,000 New Yorkers. These centers provide vital services that enhance the lives of children, youth, families, homeless individuals, and older adults throughout Manhattan and New York City. Both centers are committed to fostering a fair and just society, where community members have access to resources and opportunities to improve their lives and those of their families. The Isaacs Center primarily focuses on the needs of children, low-income families, out-of-school and out-of-work youth, and aging New Yorkers,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 2 years relevant experience as a chef
- Current Food Protection Certificate as issued by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
- CPR and AED/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Chinese preferred
- Experience with computer programs such as MS Office and NYC Simple Serving Database
- Knowledge of nutrition and sanitation regulations
- Ability to mentor and train interns
- Commitment to workplace safety protocols
Job Qualifications
- A high school diploma or GED and 2 years of relevant experience as a chef
- Possession of a current Food Protection Certificate issued by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
- Exceptional proven ability in kitchen management
- Ability to divide responsibilities and monitor progress
- Outstanding communication and leadership skills
- Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
- Proficient use of computer programs (MS Office and NYC Simple Serving Database)
- Experience preparing and cooking 2000+ meals
- Experience in cooking to satisfy specific nutrition guidelines
- CPR certified and AED/First Aid certified or willing to attend both trainings
- Able to lift 50 lbs or more and stand for long hours as needed
- Ability to multi-task and work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to work some flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Able to work on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
- Bilingual in English/Spanish or English/Chinese highly preferred
- Bicultural skills desirable but not required
Job Duties
- Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
- Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
- Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
- Schedule equipment repairs and follow up as needed
- Provide adaptable solutions for any issues that arise
- Oversee the work of subordinates to meet expected outcomes efficiently while fostering a climate of cooperation and respect among coworkers
- Assume full responsibility for ensuring cooking deadlines are met in accordance to pre-planned menu, daily documentation, and logs completion while maintaining task supervision of kitchen staff, volunteers, and interns
- Assist in the inventory record and control and proper maintenance of all food storage areas
- Comply with first-in, first-out (FIFO) practices
- Assist with deliveries ensuring proper temp control, dating, labeling, proper stocking and rotation of food and disposables
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitization of refrigeration/freezer units and other kitchen equipment
- Coordinate, instruct, and facilitate ongoing coaching and training of interns interested in careers in culinary arts
- Perform additional duties as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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