Kitchen Aide

Qchnyc; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Professional Development and Training

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Job summary

Queens Community House is seeking a dependable Kitchen Aide to support meal prep and food service at multiple Older Adult Centers in Queens. You will assist with food prep, service, sanitation, and inventory while ensuring compliance with DFTA and NYSDOH standards.

Travel between centers is required. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, reliability, and the ability to work Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM–1:30 PM, totaling 20 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to travel to multiple Queens Community House Older Adult Center locations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must pass clearances as mandated by governing agencies.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down coffee and tea service at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Receive food deliveries, verify temperatures, and properly store food.
• Plate and prepare meals in accordance with DFTA nutrition guidelines and NYSDOH standards.
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Perform daily cleaning and general maintenance of kitchen facilities.
• Prepare fruits, vegetables, salads, desserts, and other meal components.
• Ensure volunteers have necessary paper goods and supplies for meal service.
• Complete after-lunch cleanup and kitchen/dining room closing procedures.
• Provide coverage at multiple Older Adult Center locations throughout Queens as needed.
• Follow sanitation and food safety procedures and maintain kitchen-cleaning schedules.
• Maintain inventory and notify supervisors of supply needs.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

**Kitchen Aide – Older Adult Centers****Position Title:** Kitchen Aide **Department:** Older Adult Services **Location:** Queens Center for Gay Seniors **Status:** Part-Time **Schedule:** Monday – Friday, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM **Hours:** 20 Hours Weekly **Salary:** $18.96 per hour**About Queens Community House**Queens Community House (QCH) is a multi-site nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the diverse communities of Queens through programs that support children, youth, adults, families, and older adults. Our mission is to empower individuals and strengthen neighborhoods by providing services, leadership, and opportunities that build healthy, inclusive communities. We value diversity, equity, and social justice and seek team members who are passionate about making a meaningful impact.---**Position Summary**Queens Community House is seeking a dependable and service-oriented **Kitchen Aide** to support meal preparation and food service operations at our Older Adult Centers throughout Queens. The Kitchen Aide will assist with food preparation, meal service, inventory management, sanitation, and kitchen maintenance while ensuring compliance with the Department for the Aging (DFTA) and New York State Department of Health standards.This position requires the ability to travel between various QCH Older Adult Center locations to provide coverage as needed.---**Primary Responsibilities*** Set up and break down coffee and tea service at the beginning and end of each shift.* Receive food deliveries from caterers, verify food temperatures, and properly store food.* Plate and prepare meals in accordance with DFTA nutrition guidelines and NYSDOH standards.* Wash, sanitize, and store dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.* Perform daily cleaning and general maintenance of kitchen facilities.* Prepare fruits, vegetables, salads, desserts, and other meal components.* Ensure volunteers have necessary paper goods and supplies for meal service.* Complete after-lunch cleanup and kitchen/dining room closing procedures.* Provide coverage at multiple Older Adult Center locations throughout Queens as needed.* Follow sanitation and food safety procedures and maintain kitchen-cleaning schedules.* Maintain inventory and notify supervisors of supply needs.* Complete additional duties as assigned.* Adhere to Queens Community House performance standards, policies, and procedures.## Qualifications**Required*** High School Diploma or GED equivalent.* Ability to travel to various Queens Community House Older Adult Center locations throughout Queens.* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.* Strong attendance, reliability, and punctuality.* Ability to pass and maintain all required clearances as mandated by governing agencies.**Preferred*** Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a food service, kitchen, cafeteria, or nutrition program setting.* Food Handler's License.* Familiarity with Department for the Aging (DFTA) and Department of Health food service requirements.---**Physical Requirements*** Ability to stand for extended periods.* Ability to bend, lift, carry, and move supplies and food items up to 30 pounds.* Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.---**Compensation & Benefits****Hourly Rate:** $18.96 per hourEligible Part-Time Employees Receive:* Paid Family Leave* Paid Sick Leave* Professional Development and Training Opportunities* Employee Assistance and Wellness Resources---**Schedule****Monday – Friday** **9:30 AM – 1:30 PM** **20 Hours Per Week**---**Work Location**This position supports **multiple Queens Community House Older Adult Centers throughout Queens, NY**. Employees must be able to travel between sites as operational needs require.---**Equal Employment Opportunity**Queens Community House is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.**Join our team and help provide nutritious meals and welcoming services to older adults throughout Queens.**