Kitchen Maintenance (Food and Nutrition)

Goddard Riverside Community Center • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Maintenance position provides daily support to the kitchen team by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and pantry environment. The role includes washing and sanitizing dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment; assisting with basic food preparation; maintaining cleanliness throughout the kitchen; and supporting kitchen and pantry operations. The position requires attention to detail, knowledge of DOHMH health code regulations, dependability, punctuality, teamwork, communication, and customer service skills, with a commitment to sanitation, food safety, and operational efficiency.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The hourly rate is $20.27. The employee must be available to work on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day as required by operational needs. Work is performed primarily in a commercial kitchen and pantry environment.

Requirements

• Ability to stoop, bend, lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing 50 pounds or more regularly.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, physically demanding environment.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary dishwashing and kitchen work area.
• Ability to safely operate commercial dishwashing equipment and follow established cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as required.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and a positive attitude.
• Demonstrated commitment to food safety, workplace safety, and compliance with DOHMH regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability to work on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day as required by operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Food Handler Certificate or Food Protection Certification is preferred.
• Prior experience in a commercial kitchen, food service operation, pantry, or similar environment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, utensils, cookware, food preparation equipment, and kitchen tools in accordance with sanitation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, pantry, food preparation, storage, and service areas.
• Assist with basic food preparation and other kitchen support tasks as assigned.
• Support pantry operations by stocking and organizing supplies, rotating inventory, and keeping the workspace orderly.
• Follow applicable DOHMH health, safety, sanitation, and food-handling regulations.
• Remove trash and recycling promptly and maintain clean, safe, hazard-free workstations.
• Support kitchen staff with daily operations to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
• Monitor cleaning-supply inventory and notify supervisors when replenishment is needed.
• Collaborate with team members to foster a productive, respectful, and efficient work environment.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain refrigeration and freezer units, steam tables, beverage dispensers, dining room tables, cupboards, shelves, racks, work surfaces, cooking equipment, appliances, dishes, utensils, and storage areas.
• Sweep, mop, and sanitize kitchen, pantry, and food preparation area floors in accordance with sanitation standards.
• Receive, inspect, and unload food and kitchen supplies; verify deliveries against invoices and stock supplies appropriately.
• Safely operate industrial dishwashing equipment and wash dishes and equipment by hand when necessary.
• Assist with packaging and preparing meals for distribution and delivery to clients.
• Participate in staff development activities, including supervision meetings, team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Comply with organizational policies, procedures, and workplace safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support kitchen and pantry operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed