Food Service Worker

Jewish Child Care Association (JCCA); Village of Pleasantville (NY); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 26.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

JCCA in Pleasantville, NY seeks a Kitchen & Dining Services Assistant to support food service and daily operations. You will help maintain sanitation, assist with food preparation, and ensure a welcoming dining experience for clients and staff.

This hands-on role requires teamwork, reliability, and the ability to follow safety guidelines. Monday to Friday, 6 AM to 3 PM, with a NY driver’s license and basic high school education.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License.
• Ability to drive a non-CDL motor vehicle.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines, instructions, and established procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the Chef with food preparation following approved food handling procedures.
• Rotate perishable items to ensure freshness and reduce waste.
• Set up dining areas for daily meals and special events.
• Follow best practices for dishwashing and kitchen sanitation.
• Restock food supplies, cookware, tableware, and containers in designated areas.
• Manage inventory for Kitchen and Clothing Room supplies.

Conocimientos

Food safety

Safety guidelines

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

JCCA is seeking a reliable and service-oriented Kitchen & Dining Services Assistant to support our food service and maintenance operations. In this role, you’ll help create a clean, safe, and welcoming dining experience for our clients and staff by maintaining high sanitation standards, assisting with food preparation, and supporting daily kitchen operations. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who takes pride in teamwork, organization, and serving others.

Schedule

Monday- Friday - 6AM-3PM

Food Preparation & Service Support

• Assist the Chef with food preparation following approved food handling procedures
• Read and follow menus, recipes, and food safety labels accurately
• Rotate perishable items to ensure freshness and reduce waste
• Assist with receiving and properly storing food deliveries
• Set up dining areas for daily meals and special events
• Exhibit patience, courtesy, and professionalism when serving clients

Kitchen & Dining Area Maintenance

• Follow best practices for dishwashing and kitchen sanitation
• Clean dining room tables, counters, and kitchen surfaces thoroughly
• Wash and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, dishware, bakeware, and equipment
• Remove trash from kitchen and dining areas promptly
• Adhere strictly to NY State Department of Health sanitation guidelines and JCCA policies
• Report to work well-groomed and in compliance with Department of Health standards

Inventory & Operations Support

• Restock food supplies, cookware, tableware, and containers in designated areas
• Manage inventory for Kitchen and Clothing Room supplies
• Communicate proactively with supervisors when key items are running low
• Assist with meal setup and delivery to cottages using an agency vehicle

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid New York State Driver’s License
• Ability to drive a non-CDL motor vehicle
• Ability to follow safety guidelines, instructions, and established procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Culinary certification or formal culinary training

Hourly Rate

$18 -$19 per hour