Kitchen Utility

Leman Manhattan Preparatory School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Léman Manhattan Preparatory School is seeking a reliable Kitchen Utility to support daily meal service in our Lower Manhattan facility. You will help prepare a fresh and diverse salad bar, hot lunch items, set up a sandwich station, and maintain a clean, organized kitchen that meets high sanitation standards.

Key tasks include receiving deliveries, organizing storage using FIFO, light food prep, and dishwashing during the lunch rush with the lead dishwasher.

Qualifications

• Culinary School degree or 2-5 years of kitchen experience.
• Catering experience a plus.
• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience highly desirable.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with focus on quality, production, sanitation and presentation.
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to maintaining an exceptionally clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Prior experience in catering, restaurants, and/or formal culinary school training is required.
• NYS Food Handlers Certificate or ServSafe certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive and organize deliveries and storage spaces following FIFO.
• Light food prep, cleaning/organization tasks.
• Dishwashing during lunch service rush with the lead dishwasher.
• Must be able to lift heavy boxes and kitchen equipment.

Skills

Culinary skills

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Initiative

Teamwork in fast-paced environments

Education

Culinary School degree

2-5 years kitchen experience

NYS Food Handlers Certificate

ServSafe certification

Job description

About Léman:

Léman Manhattan is the only independent school in Lower Manhattan serving students from 12 months through Grade 12, offering a rigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme in one of the world’s most dynamic educational environments.

Consistently ranked among New York’s top private schools by Niche (#29 K–12, #5 Arts, #3 Boarding, #3 Diversity), Léman is also NYC’s only boarding school and the first private school to achieve acceptances to all Ivy League institutions within its first decade of graduates.

Our community represents over 130 countries, fostering a global perspective and inclusive culture. Blending distinguished tradition with cutting-edge innovation, Léman prepares students for the rapidly evolving college and career landscape—guided by our mission: “Each student, future prepared.”

About The Organization

Leman Manhattan is one of the only PreK-12 independent schools in lower Manhattan, serving the fastest growing residential neighborhood in New York City. Leman is uniquely positioned as the only private school in New York City with established international sister campuses and a globally-focused curriculum.

The school's mission is to cultivate global citizens – students who are confident, critical thinkers and decision-makers, possess an appreciation for cultural differences, and make positive contributions to their communities and beyond. Leman has a vibrant and diverse student body of 700 students representing over 50 countries of origin.

Kitchen Utility

Looking for a reliable, hard-working individual with a passion for school food, expanding young pallets, and cooking for a program focused on creating unique, delicious and nutritious meals. Responsibilities include preparing a fresh and diverse salad bar, hot lunch items, setting up a sandwich station, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.

Key Responsibilities:

(The primary tasks, functions, and deliverables of the role)

Receive and organize deliveries and storage spaces following first in first out method and processes outlined by chefs, light food prep, cleaning/organization projects, dishwashing during lunch service rush with the lead dishwasher. Must be able to lift heavy boxes and kitchen equipment

Qualification/Experience

• Culinary School degree or 2-5 years of kitchen experience

• Catering experience a plus

• High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable

• Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, and presentation

• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.

• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality work.

• Ability to demonstrate initiative and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Commitment to maintaining an exceptionally clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.

• Prior experience in catering, restaurants, and/or formal culinary school training is required.

• NYS Food Handlers Certificate or ServSafe certified a plus