Youth Nutrition Kitchen Lead

Ali Forney Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

The Ali Forney Center in Manhattan seeks a Meal Specialist to assist with daily nutritional meal operations for youth clients. You will work with the culinary team to plan and serve nutritious, OCFS-approved meals, while keeping the kitchen clean, safe, and compliant with health regulations.

You will also coordinate activities with clients and supervise interns, ensuring accurate records are kept for meals, temperatures, and supplies. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Food handler license required within 30 days of hire.
• Evening and weekend hours are required.
• Knowledge of LGBTQ+ youth preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparing, and serving meals focused on nutrition to clients at the Drop-in Center.
• Understand and adhere to health, safety, food handling, and sanitation requirements.
• Plan and participate in nutritious cooking activities with clients, including running groups.
• Maintain record-keeping and reporting.
• Supervise client interns during meal prep and service.

Skills

Food safety

Nutrition planning

Kitchen operations

Organization

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Ali Forney Center in Manhattan seeks a Meal Specialist to assist with daily nutritional meal operations for youth clients. You will work with the culinary team to plan and serve nutritious, OCFS-approved meals, while keeping the kitchen clean, safe, and compliant with health regulations.

You will also coordinate activities with clients and supervise interns, ensuring accurate records are kept for meals, temperatures, and supplies. Evening and weekend availability is required.