Cook Housekeeper

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)•Town of Brookhaven, NY

22d•$19 - $20

About The Position

The Cook/Housekeeper supports adults with disabilities in a residential setting by preparing meals and maintaining clean, safe living spaces. The role includes cleaning the house and its rooms and common areas, meal planning and preparation in coordination with menus prepared by a nutritionist, and following applicable food, kitchen, and housekeeping regulations. The position also involves reporting maintenance needs or hazards, helping plan special occasions, answering the telephone professionally, and completing other duties assigned by a supervisor. This is a part-time, hourly position with a stated schedule of Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (20 hours per week), with flexible hours. The hourly pay range is $18.50–$20.35. Brightway Living & Learning is a nonprofit human-services provider on Long Island that supports children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities.

Requirements

Ability to read, understand, and follow safety guidelines.
Ability to follow safety guidelines when using and disposing of household cleaning products.
Ability to work well with staff members and the individuals supported.
Ability to cook according to menus and meal-preparation guidelines.
Ability to use appropriate tools for general housecleaning.
Ability to use housecleaning equipment as needed, such as a vacuum cleaner and carpet shampoo machine.
Ability to lift and carry at least 25 pounds, bend, twist, kneel, and walk distances sufficient for shopping and housekeeping duties.

Responsibilities

Perform heavy cleaning of the entire house and windows as required, including bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, bedrooms, offices, hallways, stairways, and decks or porches.
Prepare meals, cook, shop, and plan meals in coordination with menus prepared by a nutritionist.
Rotate perishable foods and regularly discard expired or tainted food.
Follow menus and make substitutions according to the exchange list.
Report maintenance needs and hazardous conditions to the manager or maintenance person.
Notify the supervisor immediately when the house or appliances need repair.
Help schedule and plan parties for special occasions.
Answer the telephone courteously and professionally and take appropriate messages.
Follow OMRDD regulations regarding food, kitchen areas, and house cleanliness.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.