Culinary Supervisor, RTF

Company OverviewThe Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills opportunities and emotional support to build healthy successful lives. Founded in 1953 The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYCs most under-served communities our 1000 results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40000 children and their families each Child Center Residential Treatment Facility (RTF)is a coeducational program in a warm supportive environment that serves young people ages 12-18 who have had multiple psychiatric hospital placements or have been involved with the juvenile justice system. It is the only downstate RTF in the state that is a dual NYS Office of Mental Health/Office of Children and Family Services facility. We never consider it too late to give young people the help they need and we are pleased to partner with these two agencies to ensure the young people in our care have the skills and support they need to achieve long-term success. Reflecting The Child Centers dedication to comprehensive care the RTF is staffed by clinical coordinators psychiatric providers a pediatrician and 24-hour nursing staff 24 hour youth advocates. Supports are individualized and tailored to the needs of the young SummaryThe Culinary Supervisor is responsible for the daily oversight of kitchen operations at the Brooklyn Residential Treatment Facility ensuring high standards of food quality safety nutrition and presentation. This role provides hands-on culinary leadership while supervising kitchen staff supporting menu planning and ensuring compliance with all applicable DOH OMH and food safety Culinary Supervisor works collaboratively with the Nutritionist and senior leadership to enhance the dining experience for residents while fostering a respectful structured and trauma-informed environment consistent with the mission of The Child Center of FunctionsKitchen Operations & Food ServiceOversee daily kitchen operations including food preparation cooking service sanitation and equipment usePrepare and cook meals including entrées sides salads and desserts in accordance with approved menus Ensure meals are nutritious visually appealing portioned appropriately and served on timeMaintain high standards of cleanliness organization and food safety at all timesMonitor and ensure compliance with NYC DOH OMH and all applicable health and safety regulationsStaff Supervision & Development RequirementsSupervise train mentor and support kitchen staff -following agency supervision policyPromote a positive collaborative and accountable team cultureModel professionalism calmness and appropriate boundaries in a residential treatment settingInventory & Cost ControlOrder all food supplies and kitchen materials while maintaining appropriate inventory levelsMonitor and track food usage storage and waste to ensure effective cost management Ensure all purchasing and sourcing decisions align with approved budget requirementsMaintain proper labeling rotation and storage of all food items in compliance with food safety standardsEquipment & Facilities Oversee proper use care and basic maintenance of kitchen equipmentDemonstrate proficiency in operating and maintaining Rational combi-ovensReport equipment or facility issues promptly to appropriate staffHours Work an alternating 40-hour workweek which may include early mornings evenings weekends or holidaysQualificationsMust be over 21 years of age High School Diploma or equivalent requiredProfessional culinary training or equivalent experience as a Culinary Supervisor or lead cook in a high-volume food service environment (healthcare residential institutional or full-service dining preferred)NYC Food Protection Certificate (required)Strong leadership and team management skillsKnowledge of food safety standards and regulatory complianceAbility to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced team-oriented environmentStrong communication organizational and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook Word Excel Power Point)Behavioral & Professional Expectations Maintain consistent attendance punctuality and professional appearance Adhere to all departmental policies safety procedures and confidentiality requirements including HIPAA complianceDemonstrate flexibility patience and sound judgment when working with residents and staffParticipate in required meetings trainings and professional development activitiesIntegrate The Child Center of NYs mission and values into daily practice Physical Demands & Work Environment This position requires physical activity typical of a commercial kitchen environment including prolonged standing lifting and manual tasksReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functionsWork is primarily performed in a commercial kitchen environment with exposure to heat noise and kitchen equipmentWe Also OfferGenerous Paid Time OffMedical/Dental/Vision Insurance401k Pension and Employer ContributionFlexible Spending and Commuter Benefits AccountsEmployer paid short-term & long-term disability life and AD&D insuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramThe Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V