Kitchen Helper

HELP USA • New York, NY

44d

About The Position

HELP USA is seeking a Kitchen Helper to join the food services team at one of our transitional, shelter housing sites. Reporting to the Food Services Supervisor, you will be responsible for helping with food preparation, food service, and kitchen cleanliness. You will also maintain daily meal count records and accurate inventory records. Additionally, when the Food Services Supervisor is absent, you will serve as cook. At HELP USA, we work to ensure that everyone has a place to call home. We’re one of the nation’s largest non-profit homeless services providers and low-income housing developers serving at-risk populations, including families, individuals, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, people with physical and mental health challenges and disabilities, and seniors. With an annual operating budget approaching $150 million and 1400 employees working in nearly 60 programs, we have helped over 500,000 people facing homelessness and poverty to build better lives. We hope that you will consider joining our team in the fight against homelessness.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent OR equivalent experience and skills.
• Previous related experience in food service.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to keep a simple inventory of supplies on hand and needed.
• Food Handlers License required.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• helping with food preparation
• food service
• kitchen cleanliness
• maintain daily meal count records
• maintain accurate inventory records
• serve as cook when the Food Services Supervisor is absent

Benefits

• Health insurance through Cigna, including dental and vision, with an option that covers the entire family with minimal employee contribution.
• Generous Paid Time Off!
• 401(k) with Company contribution, even if the employee doesn't contribute.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees