Assistant Cook Floater

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Location: On-Site

Position Summary:

The Assistant Cook shall perform the general duties under the supervision of the Director, and when assigned to food service responsibilities, under the supervision of the Cook. The Assistant Cook performs functions related to housekeeping, food service, and maintenance and distribution of supplies. In addition, the Assistant Cook will accept training related to food preparation and cooking so that he or she may substitute for the Cook as needed. The position also requires flexibility to support food service operations across multiple sites as needed.

Responsibilities 

• Assist Cook in preparing food, as needed. 
• Arrange tables for lunch and snack times, in accordance with the needs of the children’s groups. 
• Distribute dishes, cutlery, and food to children. 
• Cleanprepareas before and aftermealand snack times. 
• Wash dishes and utensils according to sanitary practices. 
• Remove kitchen garbage to outside receptacles and clean containers. 
• Assistinmaintaininginventory of food and utensil supplies. 
• Provide coverage and support at multiple sites, as needed, to ensure continuity of food service operations.
• Additional duties as assigned by Educational Director.   

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED. 
• Valid NYC Food Handler’s Certificate.  

• Demonstrated experience in food service. 
• Demonstrated experience in maintaining an inventory of supplies. 
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with staff and children.  
• Excellent organizational ability and interpersonal skills.  

CO R E CO M P E T E N C IE S

• Leading Others: Creates a sense of urgency throughout the organization on the importance of achieving outcomes. Inspires, influences, and enables team members to reach their goals
• Facilitating Change: Approaches challenges with creativity and flexibility. Demonstrates analytical thinking. Guides change to meet Union Settlement’s goals.
• Managing Performance: Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually with the team. Provides consistent supervision and documents performance highlights and concerns
• Applying and Developing Expertise: Embraces and leads the team to achieve milestones. Seeks and supports professional development opportunities for team members. Manages finances and budgets effectively
• Communicating and Collaborating: Listens well and actively engages with others with honesty and integrity and holds team accountable to the same standard

Union Settlement’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

Union Settlement is an equal opportunity employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.