Food Service Worker

Samaritan Daytop Village • Staten Island, NY

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker assists with the facility’s food services operation under the general direction of the Operations Manager. The role supports the safe and sanitary preparation of nutritious, appealing meals; storage of unused food; dishwashing; trash disposal; and distribution of precooked meals delivered by an outside vendor. The worker helps ensure food quality and quantity and serves clients in accordance with the agency menu plan and applicable health and safety standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Food Protection Certificate issued by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
• One year of experience in food preparation and kitchen maintenance.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule as needed in response to participant and staff needs.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to work as a team player and independently.

Nice To Haves

• Certification from an accredited educational institution for food services preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inventory, ordering, and food storage.
• Help ensure food service operations comply with health and safety codes and follow the agency menu plan.
• Maintain a safe, sanitary work environment by picking up trash, washing plates and dishes, and wiping down tables as needed.
• Clean pots, pans, and other kitchen dishes while following safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist with meal preparation and plating.
• Prepare simple meals such as salads or fruit plates.
• Cut, peel, or slice food as needed.
• Serve clients waiting in line for meals.
• Distribute precooked meals delivered by an outside vendor.
• Help assure the quality and quantity of food preparation and delivery to clients.
• Follow food safety standards and ensure food is free of contaminants and pathogens that could make clients sick.
• Engage in coordination activities as needed.

What This Job Offers

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