Kitchen Aide

Workforce 1 • New York, NY

2d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Aide supports daily kitchen operations for the Community Agency for Senior Citizens (CASC) in Staten Island, NY. CASC supports Staten Islanders age 60 and older in living as independently as possible within their communities, respecting their independence, personal choices, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds.

Working under the direction of the Cook and/or Assistant Director, the Kitchen Aide assists with meal preparation and food service, helps ensure meals are properly prepared and served, and maintains kitchen cleanliness. The role follows established cleaning schedules and required food safety and sanitation standards. The position may require coverage at other Older Adult Centers (OACs) and travel between OAC locations.

The non-negotiable shift is 7:00 AM–3:00 PM. The pay range is USD $17.31–$18.26 per hour.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 6 months of experience in a kitchen position.
• Must possess a NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Food Handler's Permit.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and walk, climb, stand, and perform physical tasks throughout the workday.
• Willingness to work at either Older Adult Center (OAC) as needed and travel between OAC locations.
• Must be able to commit to the non-negotiable 7:00 AM–3:00 PM shift.

Nice To Haves

• Senior center experience preferred.
• Experience working with clients age 60 or older preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation, cooking, portioning, and serving food.
• Support meal service, including packaging and delivery of meals as needed.
• Clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, trays, kitchen equipment, and food storage areas.
• Empty waste baskets and garbage cans while maintaining sanitation standards.
• Receive, unpack, label, and store food and supplies according to established procedures.
• Take and record temperatures of meals, refrigerators, and freezers to ensure compliance.
• Follow daily and weekly cleaning schedules and maintain highly used kitchen areas.
• Provide coverage at other Older Adult Centers (OACs) and perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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