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What is the role of a Cook at Grand St Settlement Inc.?

The Cook position at Grand St Settlement Inc. is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the relevant field.

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Bronx, New York, 10460, United States

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What is the expected salary for this Cook job?

$33,652.8 – $38,068.77 Yearly Salary

Cook job near me in Bronx, New York at Grand St Settlement Inc.

POSITION TITLE: Cook (Full Time)

DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood

LOCATION(S): The Bronx

REPORTS TO: Site Director

SALARY RANGE: $33,652.80 - $38,068.77 (benefits include life insurance, 401k plan and vacation, personal and sick time-off)

DATE: July 2026

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm, or 9 am-5 pm. Schedule may vary due to program needs

Benefits include: family/ health insurance; 24 vacation days, (includes planned program closures) life insurance, 401k plan- 5% Employer Contribution, 4 personal days and 12 sick days; Scholarships and ongoing professional development opportunities

JOB SUMMARY: The Cook is responsible for implementation of food services in Grand Street Settlement’s Early Child Care Programs serving children ages 0-5 in accordance with Department of Health, CACFP and Head Start Performance Standards. Responsibilities include preparing attractive, USDA-approved meals; keeping the kitchen and classroom areas clean and sanitary according to Health Department ordinances; and maintaining adequate food stocks, kitchen supplies, and mandated CACFP nutrition records (including meal counts and food production records).

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or equivalent, plus current food handler’s certificate

Experience in purchasing and preparing culturally diverse foods for groups

Knowledge of early childhood nutrition

Basic computer skills and knowledge for record keeping

Lift and move heavy and/or bulky objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

PRE- EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply)

Obtain Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agency’s policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect

Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases certificate within the first year of employment.

Meet all employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance Standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direct supervision of the Center Director, the Cook shall be responsible for:

Preparing nutritious meals that take into consideration children’s various cultures and individual nutritional needs.

Understanding and using child nutritional needs and age-specific portion sizes to prepare meals in accordance with USDA, Head Start, and CACFP guidelines

Understanding and strictly adhering to health, safety, food handling and sanitation requirements before, during and after meal preparation.

Prepare and participate in family-style meals for children, volunteers, and staff.

Maintain nutrition record-keeping and reporting as directed by the supervisor.

Review food and supplies order sheets.

Store food and supplies properly.

Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures.

Maintain appropriate cleanliness of all kitchen materials and supplies as required.

Maintain and be aware of center allergies and concerns.

Train assistant, substitutes and volunteers to support kitchen duties

Coordinate delivery of food to classrooms.

Attend staff meeting and relevant trainings

Ability to stand on feet for relatively long periods while working and to lift 25 pounds

Other duties as assigned

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least two (2) professional references should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar and apply online through our career center.

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Cook in Bronx, New York at Grand St Settlement Inc.

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