Cook

3044 Hull Ave, The Bronx, NY 10467, US | 19.70-19.71 per hour | Full Time Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Makes a Difference! Safe Children, Stable Families, Successful Lives. At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services), our mission is to protect, empower and promote independence for at-risk children and families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community based services. As a Cook, you will play an important role in the lives of the children and families we support. You will oversee all food handling/storage, menu preparation (breakfast, lunch and snack), inventory and cleanliness of all kitchen appliances as regulated by the office of Head Start and Department of Health. Our Cook will work closely with other CMCS staff as it relates to children’s reactions to meals and adapting alternate meal/beverage options and coordinating nutritional experience and workshops. This positions is fast pace and requires a great deal of coordinating and planning in advance to ensure smooth operations of kitchen activities. Responsibilities: Oversee and implement the Food Service Program on a daily basis within the framework of the approved guidelines for operating the Head Start Child Development Center’s food services kitchen. Prepare food for Head Start children and staff according to nutritional and sanitary standards set down by the Federal government and the N. Y. C. Department of Health. Prepare menus. Prepare, cook, and supervise allocation & packing of food for Head Start outreach centers when necessary. Oversee assignments, schedules, routines and work practices of staff and volunteers in the following areas: food preparation, cooking, storage, and organization of refrigerators, freezers, pantry, cabinets, shelves, and the overall sanitary conditions of the kitchen. Enforce food sanitation rules and regulations. Requirements: Caring, upbeat personality. High School Diploma or GED at minimum and Food Handler’s Certification. 2-3 Years’ experience cooking in a school setting preferred. CMCS Offers: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan Generous Paid Time Off Flexible Work Schedules Make a Difference Every Day If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of a compassionate, dedicated team, apply today and start your journey with CMCS! HR24B