Assistant Cook

Mercy Housing & Shelter CorpHartford, CT, US

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Job Description

Job Title : Assistant Cook

Department : St. Elizabeth House

Reports to : Cook

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Join Our Team as an Assistant Cook at St. Elizabeth House!

Are you ready to bring your culinary skills and warm personality to a team that makes a real difference in our community? As an Assistant Cook , you'll play a key role in creating nourishing meals for our clients while helping to maintain a welcoming and well-run kitchen. Let’s cook up something amazing together!

Schedule Work Times / Locations :

Primary Location : 118 Main Street, Hartford, CT
Schedule : Wednesday – Sunday, 9 : 30 AM – 5 : 30 PM

What We’re Looking For :

Hands- on experience in Residential Kitchen environment, commercial kitchen.

ServSafe Certified

Dependability and punctuality

Can do attitude with a willingness to learn and grow

Why CHA?

Community Housing Advocates (CHA) a parent company of Mercy Housing & Shelter and My Sister’s Place, two agencies who in 2018 united forces based on a common mission- combating homelessness and providing support to individuals and families in need. We provide safe housing, life changing services that include medical care, management of financial affairs, short- and long-term housing and all the necessary tools to reclaim their independence. At CHA, you will be part of a team that truly makes a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Key Responsibilities :

Your days will be filled with a variety of tasks that keep the kitchen running smoothly, including :

Teaming up with the Chef to prepare, serve, and plate delicious meals.

Taking the lead when the Chef needs a hand or a day off.

Keeping everything sparkling clean—think pots, pans, floors, and more!

Managing trash duty and restocking essentials like a pro.

Unpacking and organizing deliveries (yes, there’s some lifting, but nothing you can’t handle!).

Collaborating with vendors, volunteers, and even handling some emails and basic orders.

As an Assistant cook you will be using your exceptional customer service skills to prepare and serve both lunch and dinner to the residents of Mercy Housing during designated mealtimes.

What You Bring to the Table

Education & Experience : High school diploma or GED + at least 1 year of relevant experience. Bonus points if you’ve worked with individuals facing challenges like homelessness or mental health issues.

Certifications : ServSafe certification is required. A valid Connecticut driver’s license and clean driving record are a big plus!

Skills : Comfortable with Microsoft Word and email for placing orders and communicating with vendors.

Physical Requirements

This role keeps you on your feet—literally! Be prepared to :

Stand for long periods.

Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Assist residents during emergency evacuations and fire drills.

What You Get in Return

We take care of our team like family! Full-time employees enjoy :

Competitive pay ($18 per hour, based on experience)

Generous incentive compensation plan.

Full-time employees receive 10 days of PTO (paid time off) per year, plus 11 paid holidays and one (1) Floating Holiday and 40 Hours of Accrued Paid Sick Leave.

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental,403B, tuition reimbursement, short term and long-term disability coverage.

Cooperative and supportive team environment where you can make a real impact.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about cooking, community, and making people feel at home, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and let’s serve up something extraordinary together.

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Assistant Cook • Hartford, CT, US