Food Service Aide

The Educational Alliance Inc. • New York, NY

6h • $0 - $20

About The Position

Educational Alliance is seeking a part-time Food Service Aide to assist with routine food service activities, including food preparation, serving, and cleaning. The role supports meal service and delivery, food and supply handling, kitchen cleanliness, and compliance with NYC Department of Health and NYC Aging policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma and NYC Food Handler Certification.
• Fluency in English.
• At least 2 years of food service experience.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Ability to follow directions and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment.
• Proficiency in NYC DOH food safety requirements.
• Strong cleanliness standards.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food while ensuring proper portion control.
• Restock supplies to prevent interruptions in service.
• Assist with meal service, packaging, and delivery.
• Receive, unpack, store, and label food and supplies.
• Maintain the kitchen according to NYC DOH and NYC Aging policies.
• Attend mandatory in-service training.
• Support daily and weekly cleaning routines.
• Take and record meal temperatures before service.
• Record refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily.
• Perform other assigned tasks as directed.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off policy.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pension plan.
• 403(b) retirement plans.
• Discounts for movies, Broadway shows, amusement parks, and other offerings.
• Free gym membership at MCC Fitness and 14th Street Y Gym.
• Discounts on Educational Alliance programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral reward.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED