Job DetailsJob LocationAcademy (West Harlem) - New York, NYPosition TypeFull-Time Non-ExemptSalary Range$20.00 - $25.00 HourlyDescriptionJob Title: Cook IIDepartment: Food and Nutrition Reports to: Chef ManagerSalary Range: $20 - $25 per hourEmployment Type: Full-TimeLocation: Harlem/Other locations as neededPosition Summary:We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled individual who is passionate about crafting healthy and delectable meals. The ideal candidate possesses a robust understanding of flavor profiles, menu development, and excels in customer service. This role is perfect for those with extensive experience in restaurant cooking, catering, food demonstrations, and the ability to effectively communicate and educate others about healthy cooking. The position demands a strong grasp of meal production, including the preparation of full meals with or without recipes, along with proficiency in large batch cooking. Creativity, knowledge of various cuisines, and the capability to create meals with minimal direction are highly valued in an ideal candidate. While standardized recipes are typically followed, we welcome individuals who relish the opportunity to cook nutritious and delicious meals tailored to diverse tastes.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- 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.
QualificationsQualifications:
- 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 desirable.
- Dynamic personality with excellent presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in multi-cultural settings with racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse populations.
- Knowledge of NYC Food Standards is preferred but not required.
Travel Requirements: Travel to other Fortune Society kitchen locations may be required based on business needs.Physical Demands: Ability to lift boxes of food and beverages as needed, up to 50 lbs.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The responsibilities and requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensing, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.The Fortune Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on conviction history, race, religion/creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, or marital status.