COOK

City of New York • New York, NY • 2h ago

Job Description

The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is an integral part of the City's evolving criminal justice system, participating in reform initiatives and strategies aimed to move the City towards a smaller jail system without compromising public safety. The DOC is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our employees, visitors, volunteers, and people in our custody. Importantly, safe jails enable DOC to provide people in custody with the tools and opportunities they need to successfully re-enter their communities. The DOC operates facilities and court commands across the five boroughs with more than 7,500 diverse professionals and knowledgeable experts.

The DOC seeks to hire Cooks whose task will include but will not be limited to the following:

Performing work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility in the preparation of food in an

institution and be responsible for.

Preparation and cooking of food, using standard procedures and quantity recipes.

Portioning out food according to departmental standards and checking prepared food

out of the kitchen to feeding areas.

Supervises and instructs inmates assigned to the unit.

Responsible for the cleanliness and order of the work area.

Serves on steam table in serving area, as required.

Performs related duties and special projects as assigned.

Preferred Skills

Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection issued by the New York City Department

of Health and Mental Hygiene is required.

Previous work experience in a restaurant, school, or other large-scale food operation.

Additional Information

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his/her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

55-a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

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Qualifications

Two years of cooking experience. There are no formal educational requirements. However, candidates must be able to speak, read and write English and carry out simple instructions.

For Department of Correction and Department of Juvenile Justice only One year of experience in a correctional facility assisting in the cooking and preparation of food and performing related functions under the supervision of a Cook.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Salary Min: $ 40,023.00

Salary Max: $ 45,226.00

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