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Acacia Network • Bronx, NY 10460 • Posted 30+ days ago
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In-person • Full-time • $30,000-$35,000/yr • Mid Level
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The Head Cook at the Bronx River Senior Center is responsible for the preparation, distribution, and maintenance of meals served at the center. This role involves supervising the Assistant Cook, kitchen aides, and volunteers, ensuring compliance with food service guidelines, and developing menus in collaboration with the Center Director and Director of Nutrition Services. The position offers a salary range of $30,000 to $35,000 per year.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the preparation and distribution of approximately 200 congregate meals (60 breakfasts, 140 lunches) on a daily basis.
- Maintains compliance with all guidelines and procedures regarding food service as set forth by the Department for the Aging and the Department of Health.
- Responsible for maintaining appropriate food temperatures, portion sizes, and proper utilization of all food provisions, supplies, and equipment.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen in accordance with guidelines set forth by the Department for the Aging and the Department of Health.
- Supervises the Assistant Cook and all food service volunteers, delegating responsibilities accordingly.
- In conjunction with the Center's Menu Committee, the Center Director, and the Director of Nutrition Services, develops a monthly menu with planned meals representing the cultural diversity of the Center's senior population.
- Works with the Center Director in developing supply orders and maintaining inventory of all food serve service-related.
- Participates in monthly Menu Committee Meetings.
- Attends training as deemed appropriate by the Center Director.
- Other duties as assigned by the Center Director, Director of Nutrition Services or Director of Senior Services Programs.
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Certification in food preparation
- Ability to fully communicate in English
- 2 years of experience preparing meals for large groups such as in restaurants, catering halls, or congregate setting
- Must be in good health, have the ability to stand long hours, and be able to lift heavy objects
Full Job Description
Senior Center
Head Cook Bronx, NY : 7/31/2024
Job Description
Job ID#:
3973
Job Category:
Senior Center
Position Type:
Full Time
Details:
Acacia Network, the leading Latino integrated care nonprofit in the nation, offers the community, from children to seniors, a pathway to behavioral and primary healthcare, housing, and empowerment. We are visionary leaders transforming the triple aim of high quality, great experience at a lower cost. Acacia champions a collaborative environment to deliver vital health, housing and community building services, work we have been doing since 1969. By hiring talented individuals like you, we've been able to expand quickly, with offices in Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse, Orlando, Tennessee, Maryland and Puerto Rico.
TheHead Cook is responsible for the preparation of all meals served at the Bronx River Senior Center, overseeing meal distribution, and the maintenance of the kitchen. The Head Cook provides supervision to the Assistant Cook, kitchen aides, and volunteers and consults with the Director of Nutrition Services.The salary is $30,000-$35,000 per year.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Responsible for the preparation and distribution of approximately 200 congregate meals (60 breakfasts, 140 lunches) on a daily basis.
+ Maintains compliance with all guidelines and procedures regarding food service as set forth by the Department for the Aging and the Department of Health.
+ Responsible for maintaining appropriate food temperatures, portion sizes, and proper utilization of all food provisions, supplies, and, equipment.
+ Responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen in accordance with guidelines set forth by the Department for the Aging and the Department of Health.
+ Supervises the Assistant Cook and all food service volunteers, delegating responsibilities accordingly.
+ In conjunction with the Center's Menu Committee, the Center Director, and the Director of Nutrition Services, develops a monthly menu with planned meals representing the cultural diversity of the Center's senior population.
+ Works with the Center Director in developing supply orders and maintaining inventory of all food serve service related.
+ Participates in monthly Menu Committee Meetings.
+ Attends training as deemed appropriate by the Center Director.
+ Other duties as assigned by the Center Director, Director of Nutrition Services or Director of Senior Services Programs.
REQUIREMENTS & EDUCATION:
+ High School Diploma or GED required
+ Certification in food preparation is mandatory
+ Must have the ability to fully communicate in English
+ Have 2 years of experience preparing meals for large groups such as in restaurants, catering halls, or congregate setting
+ Must be in good health, have the ability to stand long hours, and be able to lift heavy objects
+ Covid-19 Requirement
*Acacia Network is an equal opportunity employer*
Job Requirements
Head Cook Bronx, NY : 7/31/2024
Job Description
Job ID#:
3973
Job Category:
Senior Center
Position Type:
Full Time
Details:
Acacia Network, the leading Latino integrated care nonprofit in the nation, offers the community, from children to seniors, a pathway to behavioral and primary healthcare, housing, and empowerment. We are visionary leaders transforming the triple aim of high quality, great experience at a lower cost. Acacia champions a collaborative environment to deliver vital health, housing and community building services, work we have been doing since 1969. By hiring talented individuals like you, we've been able to expand quickly, with offices in Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse, Orlando, Tennessee, Maryland and Puerto Rico.
TheHead Cook is responsible for the preparation of all meals served at the Bronx River Senior Center, overseeing meal distribution, and the maintenance of the kitchen. The Head Cook provides supervision to the Assistant Cook, kitchen aides, and volunteers and consults with the Director of Nutrition Services.The salary is $30,000-$35,000 per year.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Responsible for the preparation and distribution of approximately 200 congregate meals (60 breakfasts, 140 lunches) on a daily basis.
+ Maintains compliance with all guidelines and procedures regarding food service as set forth by the Department for the Aging and the Department of Health.
+ Responsible for maintaining appropriate food temperatures, portion sizes, and proper utilization of all food provisions, supplies, and, equipment.
+ Responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen in accordance with guidelines set forth by the Department for the Aging and the Department of Health.
+ Supervises the Assistant Cook and all food service volunteers, delegating responsibilities accordingly.
+ In conjunction with the Center's Menu Committee, the Center Director, and the Director of Nutrition Services, develops a monthly menu with planned meals representing the cultural diversity of the Center's senior population.
+ Works with the Center Director in developing supply orders and maintaining inventory of all food serve service related.
+ Participates in monthly Menu Committee Meetings.
+ Attends training as deemed appropriate by the Center Director.
+ Other duties as assigned by the Center Director, Director of Nutrition Services or Director of Senior Services Programs.
REQUIREMENTS & EDUCATION:
+ High School Diploma or GED required
+ Certification in food preparation is mandatory
+ Must have the ability to fully communicate in English
+ Have 2 years of experience preparing meals for large groups such as in restaurants, catering halls, or congregate setting
+ Must be in good health, have the ability to stand long hours, and be able to lift heavy objects
+ Covid-19 Requirement
*Acacia Network is an equal opportunity employer*
Job Requirements
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