Job Title: Assistant Chef – Older Adult Services
Organization: Fort Greene Council, Inc. (FGC)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Hourly Rate: $22.77
About Fort Greene Council, Inc.
Fort Greene Council, Inc. (FGC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in Brooklyn, New York in 1973. FGC provides services across the lifespan, including early childhood education and comprehensive programming for older adults.
FGC operates sixteen (16) Older Adult Centers across seven Brooklyn community districts, as well as one early childhood education center, Young Minds UPK-4.
Position Summary
The Assistant Chef supports daily kitchen operations at an Older Adult Center, ensuring compliance with NYC Aging meal service standards, food safety regulations, and program requirements. This role assists in the preparation, service, and documentation of meals while maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare, cook, and assist in serving meals in accordance with NYC Aging meal service guidelines, ensuring proper temperature control and portioning
Support completion of required documentation, including Daily Food Use Sheets and Monthly Inventory Reports
Implement and maintain food safety and sanitation standards to prevent health hazards
Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly cleaned, maintained, and safely operated; report any issues to the Program Director
Maintain accurate food and supply inventory, and assist with ordering as needed
Ensure proper storage of dry, refrigerated, and frozen food, including daily temperature checks of refrigerators and freezers
Assist with kitchen setup and cleanup in collaboration with the Kitchen Technician and Custodian
Promote teamwork and maintain a respectful and professional work environment
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a commercial kitchen
Experience in institutional or community-based food service preferred
Requirements
Valid Food Handler’s Certificate required
Ability to comply with NYC Aging, DOHMH, and food safety regulations
Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, lift up to 50 lbs., and perform physical kitchen duties
Strong organizational and teamwork skills
