Dishwasher / Utility

Riverdale YM-YWHA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

7% employer retirement contribution (T

Job summary

Riverdale YM-YWHA in New York seeks a dedicated 10-month full-time dishwashing/kitchen sanitation worker. You will maintain cleanliness of the Food Services Department and collaborate with the kitchen team under supervision of the food service leaders.

The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 40 pounds, and adherence to health standards. Competitive hourly pay and full benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 3-5 years experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Must be able to carry up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Store and dry pots and pans in correct areas.
• Clean and sanitize all pots and pans.
• Maintain cleanliness of the pot and pan area.
• Sweep and mop the kitchen and storage areas.
• Assist in other areas outside the dishwashing area as needed.
• Ensure storage areas and preparation areas follow DOH and RCS standards.

Skills

Lifts 40 lbs

Stand for long periods

Attention to cleanliness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Summary

This full-time (10-month) position maintains the critical cleanliness and sanitation of the Food Services Department, reporting to the Director of Food Services, Assistant Director of Food Service, and the Chef, and working collaboratively with all the kitchen team members.

Duties/Responsibilities

Store and dry pots and pans in their correct areas. Clean and sanitize all pots and pans. Maintain cleanliness of the pot and pan area. Properly store all of the equipment in the kitchen area. Sweep and mop the kitchen, including all storage areas. Put away deliveries in their proper storage areas, label, and date. Break down kitchen equipment (stoves, grills, and ovens) and clean thoroughly. Clean the shelf above the dish sink. Clean and maintain the dish machine. Keep the dish racks clean at all times. Clean and sanitize all storage areas for equipment (dish carriers, tray carriers, shelves…) Wipe down walls around the dish sink and dishwasher. Clean under and behind all equipment and dish sink. Remove garbage from the kitchen as needed. Sweep and mop the kitchen floor regularly. Assist as needed in other areas outside of the dishwashing area. The kitchen is to be tidy at all times and free of any possible hazards (water, oil, grease, etc.). Ensuring all facilities' storage areas and preparation areas are cleaned and maintained in accordance with DOH and RCS standards. Assist the Food Service team in any areas as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 3-5 years experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Must be able to carry up to 40 pounds.

Types of Machines, Tools, and Specific Equipment Used

Basic knowledge of cooking utensils and equipment, but not limited to: pots, pans, dishware, silverware, glassware, food slicing machine, knives, oven, grill/stove burners, microwave appliances, brazier, steam kettles.

Physical Demands

Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, kneel, and reach to store/retrieve supplies. Ability to lift, carry, and push supplies and boxes up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment

Occasional environment exposures to cold, heat, and water.

Language Skills

Ability to read, interpret, and follow directions in the English language. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students and community members.

Reasoning Skills

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration

ServSafe Certification- Preferred NYC DOH Food Protection Certificate- Willing to maintain a current certification.

Primary Working Relationships

Assistant Director of Food Service Students,Sous Chef, Faculty and Staff

Term of Employment

Monday-Friday 6:30 am - 2:30 pm. Some evenings and weekends required, subject to change with notice. 10-month full-time position, side work possible when available during the summer months. Competitive hourly rate. Full benefit package available. Hourly Rate: $20 hourly

Benefits of Full-Time Work at Riverdale Country School

Professional Development

A generous professional-development budget provides for conferences, skills training, and onsite training in areas such as mindfulness, coaching, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Grants and Stipends

All employees are eligible for Frankel Fellow grants, known as “passion grants,” which pay for enrichment activities. More than 120 grants have been made to faculty and staff since the program started in 2014. Stipends are available for coaching, affinity group facilitation, advising clubs with significant out-of-school time, and chaperoning trips (including global trips!).

Health Benefits

Riverdale offers and subsidizes health, dental, and vision insurance. In addition, the school offers a flexible spending account through which employees can use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses.

Retirement

Employees are eligible to join our Defined Contribution retirement plan through TIAA. The school contributes 7% of an employee's annual salary to their retirement account.

Vacation

Riverdale Country School has a generous time-off policy for staff in addition to vacations afforded by the school calendar.