Job Location : New York,NY, USA
Job DetailsJob LocationStanley M. Isaacs- Education Workforce - New York, NYPosition TypeFull TimeSalary Range$65000.00 - $70000.00 Salary/yearDescriptionOrganization Overview:The Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center (Isaacs Center) is a non-profit, multi-service organization focusing primarily on the needs of children and low-income families, out-of-school and out-of-work youth, and aging New Yorkers.Position Summary:The Culinary Operations Manager will lead the Soup's Up production team. Soup's Up is a project that provides fresh, seasonally influenced soups and fresh produce kits to older adults with chronic health issues. The Culinary Operations Manager is responsible for producing and distributing the Soup's Up packages and for supervising four production cooks while following standard operating procedures and providing insight to ensure sustained project success.Schedule: 35-40 hours per weekSalary Range:$65,000 to $70,000Candidates must have the required qualifications to be considered for the position. The salaryoffer will be basedonthe candidate's number of years experience in the exact orcomparableposition and additional preferred qualifications will be taken into account.Roles, Responsibilities, and Essential DutiesRoles, Responsibilities, and Essential DutiesPrimary DutiesOversee and supervise a team of Isaacs Center Advance and Earn graduates in the planning, preparing, execution, and delivery of meal and produce kits for delivery to vulnerable community membersEnsure meal recipients' feedback is collected and create action plans when neededCreate a weekly menu and lead a team of production cooks its executionProvide strengths-based performance feedback that is designed to equip Advance and Earn graduates with the technical, leadership, and interpersonal skills required for professional success and growth in the hospitality or adjacent fieldsFollow standard operating procedures for the unpacking, labeling, storing, and rotation of food and disposablesLead team in inventory management and proper maintenance of equipment and food storage areasResponsible for team adherence to safe food handling best practices, as it pertains to food preparation, storage, and distributionCoordinate and facilitate on-going coaching and training of interns interested in careers in the culinary artsReport appliance/equipment failurePerform other duties as requiredWorkplace SafetyUtilize the provided personal protective equipment such as masks and gloves at all times; use provided hand sanitizer as neededWash hands before the start of the work shift, throughout your shift as needed, and at the end of the work shiftFollow established cleaning, sanitizing, and safety proceduresReport immediately; personal flu-like symptoms and/or symptoms related to Covid-19Report immediately; personal exposure to others who have exhibited flu-like symptoms and/or symptoms related to Covid-19Qualifications/Educational RequirementsPossession of a valid Food Handlers License, as issued by the NYC Department of Health and Mental HygieneExperience following and creating recipesExperience following standard operating proceduresExperience in cooking to satisfy specific nutrition guidelinesUnderstanding of common food allergens and experience cooking for clients with food allergiesProficient in Microsoft Excel and OutlookCPR certified and AED/first Aid Certified or be willing to attend both trainingsAbility to stoop, bend, lift and carry up to 50 + lbs, and stand long hours as neededAbility to multi -task and work independently with minimal supervisionExperience or interest in serving older adults in a community settingBilingual, English/Spanish or English/Chinese highly preferredAbility to work flexible hours (e.g., evenings and weekends)Able to work on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, and potentially other holidays2-3 years of kitchen management or supervisory experience preferredEmployee Benefits:Medical/Dental/VisionLife Insurance/Commuter benefits/Employee Assistance Program (EAP)/Flexible Spending Accounts403B Thrift Retirement Plan12 Annual Sick Days12 Agency Holidays20 Days or 4 Weeks of Paid Time off and an additional week (5) days after 5 years of employmentTotal of more than 6 weeks (a month and half) of paid time offWe are committed to building an inclusive workplace community grounded in respect for differences. We support hiring a broadly diverse team of qualified individuals who will contribute to our organizations.Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job related task other than those specifically presented in this description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.