Part Time Food Service Technician–HES Center |Hiring Event Aug 7

Jewish Association for Services for the Aged•Brooklyn, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Us for an In-Person Interview Event – Friday, August 7, 2026 JASA is hosting an In-Person Interview Event for our Part-Time Food Service Technician position at our JASA at HES Older Adult Center, and we'd love to meet you! As a Food Service Technician, you’ll play an essential role in supporting JASA’s mission by helping prepare, package, and serve nutritious meals for older adults participating in our programs. Your work helps ensure participants receive quality meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment while supporting the daily operations of the center. The Food Service Technician is responsible for assisting with meal preparation and service, maintaining food storage and inventory areas, following food safety and sanitation requirements, operating kitchen equipment, and supporting the overall cleanliness and organization of the JASA at HES Older Adult Center. Qualified applicants whose experience meets our requirements will be contacted to schedule an interview during our hiring event on Friday, August 7, 2026. JASA is one of NYC’s largest and most trusted nonprofit organizations serving older adults. Our Older Adult Centers provide opportunities for older adults to stay active, engaged, and connected through nutritious meals, social activities, and supportive services. As a Food Service Technician at the Williamsburg Older Adult Center, you’ll make a meaningful impact every day by helping provide essential meal services that support the health, independence, and well-being of older adults in the community.

Requirements

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
Basic computer literacy and ability to learn program-specific software.
Ability to safely operate kitchen tools and equipment.
Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, and older adults.
Dependable, reliable, and team-oriented.
Must be available to work extended hours or weekends during emergency operations, special events, or program needs as required.
New hires must obtain a Food Handler’s License within the first six months of employment if not already certified.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
Previous food service, kitchen, meal preparation, or related experience preferred.
Experience working in a community, senior services, healthcare, or institutional food service setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean and prepare fresh food items for cooking and service.
Assist with meal preparation activities.
Package prepared meals for participant service.
Serve Congregate and/or Grab-and-Go meals to program participants.
Follow food handling, sanitation, and safety requirements.
Maintain proper food preparation procedures to ensure participant safety.
Receive, unpack, and properly store food deliveries and supplies.
Refrigerate food items promptly upon delivery.
Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary food storage areas.
Assist with monitoring and managing food inventory.
Ensure food and supplies are stored properly according to program procedures.
Clean kitchen, dining room, and bathroom areas as needed, particularly in the absence of maintenance staff.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Operate kitchen utensils and equipment, including mechanical kitchen equipment such as meat slicers.
Assist with organizing supplies and maintaining program areas.
Support volunteers and assist with related activities when needed.
Participate in Cooling Center Hours, Make-Up Days, and other emergency operations as required by City funders.
Assist with special program activities and operational needs.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.