Assistant Chef

Job Title: Assistant Chef Older Adult Services Organization: Fort Greene Council, Inc. (FGC) Employment Type: Full-Time; M-F (9a-5p or 8a-4P) 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 fifteen (15) 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 and ensures compliance with NYC Aging meal service standards, food safety regulations, and program requirements. This role assists with meal preparation, service, and documentation while maintaining a safe, 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 Handlers 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