Cook/ Prep Cook/ Dishwasher

Wanted: Cook/Prep Cook/Dishwasher to Assist the Chef / Food Service Coordinator in the overall food services operations of Hands on Hartford’s innovative restaurant Gather55 including agency events and holiday meals. Provide delicious and nutritious food to our diverse community regardless of the ability to pay, work in a team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced restaurant.

Why Work at Hands On Hartford: Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Hartford, Hands On Hartford, in partnership with others, strengthens community in Hartford by responding faithfully to people in need through programs that change lives and renew human possibility. We’re a 54-year old nonprofit that values team work, inclusivity, and takes a strengths-based, harm reduction, collaborative approach to all we do.

When: 22 hours per week. Mornings/Afternoons Monday through Thursday.

Hours approximately 7:30am – 3:30pm.

Pay: $ 17 - $19 per hour.

As the Cook, you will do many things including, but not limited to:

· Supporting staff with food prep work.

· Assist with holiday meal prep and other agency events.

· Assist with food purchase, pick-up and delivery.

· Following prep lists created by chefs.

· Ensure facility and staff/volunteer compliance with professional standards for safe food handling.

· Serve as a flexible team member to provide additional services as needed.

This could be the position for you if you:

· Believe in our mission and core values and are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

· Are excited to work as an active team member in a high-volume restaurant.

· Have 2 years in the food service field.

· ServSafe certified.

· Possess dexterity and knife skills.

· Have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

· Work well in a fast-paced environment and work well under pressure.

What we offer part-time employees:

· Dedicated, diverse, and friendly co‐workers.

· Competitive wages.

· Paid time off –holidays, vacation, personal time, and sick leave, and EAP.

· 401(K) contribution and employer match.

· Free on-site off-street parking.

If this sounds like a position where you can use your skills and passion:

Email letter of interest & resume to: Rob Maffucci,

Director of Gather 55 Restaurant and Shared Kitchen

Hands On Hartford, 55 Bartholomew Ave, Hartford CT 06106.

Email: rmaffucci@handsonhartford.org

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