Morning School Kitchen Assistant – Part-Time

Socket.dev; Elmhurst (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School is seeking a Kitchen Worker to assist in receiving, organizing, and serving meals delivered by Regina Caterers. The role includes maintaining kitchen cleanliness and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations to provide nutritious meals to students and staff.

The position is part-time, 7:30 AM to 1:15 PM on school days, with duties including serving, inventory, and inputting meals into the tracking system, collaborating with the operations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous kitchen or food service experience preferred.
• Food handlers license preferred; willing to obtain certification within six months.
• Spanish speaking preferred for communication with other staff.
• Basic knowledge of food safety standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Receive and organize delivered meals from Regina Caterers according to the scheduled delivery times.
• Serve meals to students and staff in a courteous and timely manner.
• Ensure the kitchen and dining areas are clean and organized, including washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Follow proper food handling and sanitation procedures to ensure the safety and quality of food.
• Assist in the inventory and storage of food supplies and utensils.
• Count meals and input into tracking system on a daily basis.
• Collaborate with the operations team to maintain a positive and efficient work environment.
• Adhere to all school policies and procedures, including those related to health and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Director.

Skills

Spanish speaking

Food safety knowledge

Communication and teamwork

Multitasking

Ability to lift heavy objects

Stand for extended periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School is seeking a Kitchen Worker to assist in receiving, organizing, and serving meals delivered by Regina Caterers. The role includes maintaining kitchen cleanliness and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations to provide nutritious meals to students and staff.

The position is part-time, 7:30 AM to 1:15 PM on school days, with duties including serving, inventory, and inputting meals into the tracking system, collaborating with the operations