Head Cook of Older Adults - East Side house SETTLEMENT

Head Cook of Older Adult Centers

Program

Older Adult Centers

Site/Location

East Side House Settlement

Melrose CC, Paterson Sen...Required Education, Experience and Skills:

High School Diploma

NYC Dept. of Health Food Handler’s Certificate

Experienced in designing, planning, and implementing needs for nutrition programs.

Analytical skills to evaluate and process information and data and make operational decisions.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and assesses priorities and actions.

Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Thorough understanding of DFTA policies and procedures.

Effective communication skills, including strong public speaking, writing, and organizational skills.

Bi-lingual (Spanish preferred) a plus

Competencies:

Customer Service

Problem Solving/ Analysis

Communication Proficiency

Teamwork Orientation

Customer/Client Focus

Time Management

Teamwork Orientation

Supervisory Responsibility

This position oversees the daily performance of kitchen staff and collaborates with the Program Coordinator for performance management. 

Travel

Travel is primarily during the business day to older adult centers, affiliated ESH programs, and/or other agency/ program partners.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, for an 8-hour day and occasional weekends and holidays.  Days and hours of work will range within and to cover the shift of operations from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Days/hours subject to change based on ESH’s program needs.

Remote Work

This position is not eligible for remote work.  Availability and visibility on site for staff and clients is essential to the success of the operation. 

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

AAP/EEO Statement  

ESH encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.