Part-time Kitchen Aide

Catholic Charities of Long Island; Coram (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Long Island is seeking a part-time Kitchen Aide on Long Island. The role involves preparing dining areas, assisting with meal service, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness to support compassionate care.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least six months of related experience, and completion of the Suffolk County General Food Handlers course. The position pays $18.50 per hour and may require lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of six months previous related experience preferred.
• Attend General Food Handlers course from Suffolk County Dept. of Health.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure dining areas and kitchen are prepared for serving client meals.
• Assist with meal planning: table preparation, counting meals, trays, portioning and cleaning food per standards.
• Clear tables, store serving items, wash and disinfect work areas, and dispose of trash.
• Inventory stock including meals served and storage room; reorder items as needed.
• Prepare notes from clients or staff and forward to supervisor.
• Alert supervisor to any food-related problems with service, delivery or distribution of food.
• Orient volunteers to kitchen standards, policies and procedures.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Handlers course certification

Job description

Catholic Charities of Long Island models the love of Jesus by offering dignified and compassionate care to poor and vulnerable neighbors of every faith and background. In-person service at more than 50 sites throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties is inspired by the Gospel call affirming the sacredness of every human life.

CCLI is looking for a part-time Kitchen Aide with a generous heart and a desire to contribute to the well‑being of others to carry out our mission on Long Island. By joining our team, you will share in the joy of providing “care with dignity and life with hope.”

Responsibilities:

• Ensure dining areas and kitchen are appropriately prepared for serving client meals.
• Perform meal planning duties such as table preparation, counting of meals to be served, setting up trays, portioning out and cleaning food before preparation, monitoring cooking ovens and burners, in accordance with standards and special diets, as needed.
• Complete cleaning tasks such as clearing tables, storing serving items, washing and disinfecting work areas, and collecting and disposing of trash.
• Inventory stock including the number of meals served as well as the storage room. Reorder necessary food items, inventory and store.
• Prepare notes from clients or other staff related to service delivery and forward to supervisor.
• Alert supervisor to any food related problems with service, food delivery or distribution of food.
• Orient volunteers to standards, policies and procedures for the kitchen.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of six months previous related experience preferred.
• Attend General Food Handlers course from Suffolk County Dept. of Health.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Schedule: Part-time – 7 hours per week.

Rate of Pay: $18.50 per hour

This rate of pay serves as a good faith estimate. Actual pay is based on a number of factors which may include a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and work location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation, such as the value of benefits, which may be applicable to this position.