Kitchen Aide

WHEDco; New York (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

WHEDco is looking for a Kitchen Aide for its Early Childhood Discover Center in Bronx, NY. This role involves assisting kitchen staff and participating in daily operations to support over 100 preschool students. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, be bilingual in Spanish and English, and have the NYC Certificate on Food Handling.

Competitive salary ranges from $20 to $22/hour, depending on education and experience. Join a mission-driven organization committed to community development.

Qualifications

• Completion of medical examinations as well as other required pre-employment screenings.
• Previous work experience in low-income communities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of daily meals.
• Wash dishes and clean the kitchen daily under direct supervision.
• Sort food purchases and store them appropriately.
• Pick up to 50 lbs.
• Attend staff meetings and training activities.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish and English

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team

Ability to proactively multi-task

Education

HS diploma or equivalent (GED)

NYC Certificate on Food Handling

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Urban Horizons – Bronx, NY 10452

Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Flexible

Title: Kitchen Aide (Non-Exempt)

Location: WHEDco Early Childhood Discover Center (ECDC)/Head Start

Reports to: Center Director

About Us

The Women’s Housing and Economic Development Corporation (WHEDco) is a community development organization founded on the radically simple idea that all people deserve to live in healthy, vibrant communities. We build award‑winning, sustainable, affordable homes – but our work is not over when our buildings are complete. WHEDco believes that to be successful, affordable housing must be anchored in strong communities of which residents can be proud. WHEDco’s mission is to create and bridge access in the South Bronx access to resources that support thriving neighborhoods – from high‑quality early education and after‑school programs, to healthy food, cultural programming, and economic opportunity. See www.whedco.org for more information.

Job Summary

WHEDco Head Start program seeks a Kitchen Aide to assist kitchen staff in daily kitchen operations. The Center serves 103 pre‑school students from over 20 different countries. WHEDco’s full‑day program offers a nurturing environment that allows children to develop confidence, think creatively, analyze information, and communicate effectively. Each year 100% of the students graduate prepared for kindergarten, ensuring that they begin their school careers ready to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of daily meals
• Wash dishes and clean the kitchen daily under direct supervision of Kitchen staff
• Sort food purchases and store them appropriately
• Pick up to 50 lbs
• Attend regularly scheduled supervisory and other staff meetings, and participate in in‑house and external staff development and training activities

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Bilingual Spanish and English
• NYC Certificate on Food Handling
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team
• Ability to proactively multi‑task and adapt to changing and competing needs
• Completion of medical examinations as well as other required pre‑employment screenings
• Previous work experience in low‑income communities preferred

Benefits

Competitive salary ($20.00- $22.00/hour) based on education and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

WHEDco affords all qualified applicants equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status, or any other category protected by law. WHEDco follows the requirements of the New York Human Rights Law with regard to non‑discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.

E‑Verify

WHEDco is an E‑Verify employer. E‑Verify is an Internet‑based system that compares information entered by an employer from an employee’s Form I‑9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to records available to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm employment eligibility.