Food Service Coordinator, Full Time
About The Position
Supervise and participate in the requisition, inspection, preparation, cooking and portioning of food in accordance with the NYC nutrition standards. This role involves developing menus, ensuring adherence to dietary and quality standards, managing inventories, and maintaining kitchen hygiene and safety. The coordinator will also liaise with medical staff to develop educational programs for residents on nutrition and meal preparation, maintain appliances, and stay updated on industry standards. Additionally, the position involves supervising and training clients in food preparation and sanitation, participating in health and safety committees, and coordinating with sanitation services for garbage removal. The role also includes filling in for other staff and performing other assigned duties.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED and/or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and/or training and experience.
- Food Handlers’ License.
- Five years’ experience in management of health care or food service type setting or satisfactory equivalent combination of education and/or training experience in cooking and nutrition.
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
- Must be computer literate.
Responsibilities
- Adhere to Department of Health and OSHA regulations regarding proper kitchen hygiene and maintenance
- Develops menu types, structures, contents and cycles.
- Develops food specifications for purchase that adheres to dietary prescriptions, FDA (Food and Drug Administration) quality standards and budgetary guidelines.
- Prepares and monitors food and hygiene inventories.
- Assures that safety and sanitation standards are met in the kitchen and basement. Represents LESC to auditors from OASAS and CARF during audits of the kitchen and basement.
- Liaisons with medical and clinical staff and develops educational programs for residents that include instructions on good nutrition, and meal preparations.
- Maintains all appliances in working order and arranges for service for items in need of repairs.
- Attends food show, seminars, and conferences and stays abreast of industry standards, products and safety regulations.
- Supervises and trains clients in food preparation, sanitation and the rudiments of cooking.
- Participates in the Health and Safety Committee.
- Interfaces with private/public sanitation representative for timely removal of garbage from the facility.
- Fills in for other staff on leave.
- Performs other duties as requested or assigned.
- Ensure that quality and quantity of food meet standards for meal patterns established by designated regulatory agencies
- Receive and inspect incoming food products for quality, quantity, and ensure prompt and proper storage
- Prepare meals accurately according to the menu and recipes
- Recommend menu changes to improve quality of food
- Supervise and coordinate activities of clients engaged in food preparation, meal service, and cleanup
- Ensure safe handling and proper temperature control of prepared foods
- Maintain and report meal service data
- Maintain monthly inventory
- Submit food orders to vendors in a timely manner
- Ensure security of refrigerators, freezers, food storage areas
- Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchens
- Supervise and participate in the training of clients
- Conduct inspections of kitchen facilities to ensure cleanliness and proper food storage
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Discounted Commuter benefits
- Life insurance & Long term disability
- Eligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment Program
- Training and other additional voluntary benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
