Food Service Worker (Kitchen Aide) (47058)

CARE FOR THE HOMELESS•New York, NY

7d•$19 - $19

About The Position

CFH is seeking a Food Service Worker . Residential Services operates under contract with the New York City Department of Homeless Services (DHS) and, as a contract agency, has reporting responsibilities to DHS and is subject to inspections and audits by DHS, the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and the Coalition for the Homeless of New York City. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare, heat, and serve nutritious meals. Ensures that food services meet health regulations and safety codes. Maintain cleanliness of the dining area including, cleaning up after all meals Understands weights and measures as it relates to portion control. Maintain the service and preparation areas in a clean and organized manner. Receive all incoming food deliveries, store, and maintain the cleanliness and order of all food storage areas. Attend ongoing training for all food service staff, this includes required trainings set forth from DOH and DHS Collaborate with other applicable department areas, in preparation of facility events and activities, where food services are needed. Assists and engages in post-service cleaning, breakdown and restocking of food prep/serving equipment. Guarantees resident satisfaction through clear and open communication. Possesses a genuine caring and compassionate attitude for our residents. Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings. Participate in quality improvement activities. Other relevant duties as requested

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Must have a valid Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection.
1-year experience dealing with homeless or special needs population
Excellent communication skills
Comfortable working with others

Responsibilities

Prepare, heat, and serve nutritious meals.
Ensures that food services meet health regulations and safety codes.
Maintain cleanliness of the dining area including, cleaning up after all meals
Understands weights and measures as it relates to portion control.
Maintain the service and preparation areas in a clean and organized manner.
Receive all incoming food deliveries, store, and maintain the cleanliness and order of all food storage areas.
Attend ongoing training for all food service staff, this includes required trainings set forth from DOH and DHS
Collaborate with other applicable department areas, in preparation of facility events and activities, where food services are needed.
Assists and engages in post-service cleaning, breakdown and restocking of food prep/serving equipment.
Guarantees resident satisfaction through clear and open communication.
Possesses a genuine caring and compassionate attitude for our residents.
Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings.
Participate in quality improvement activities.
Other relevant duties as requested