Description

Institute for Community Living (ICL) is a non-profit organization servicing the NYC-Metro area and for over 35 years, we’ve provided life-saving care to New Yorkers in need that includes but is not limited to addiction assistance, mental health services, and housing support for all. Proudly doing so, with integrity, love, and respect. Our goal is to have a positive and long-lasting impact on the lives of the people and communities we serve with the hope of providing the care, support, and attention they need.

So it is our pleasure to announce that we are currently seeking a full-time candidate for the role of Food Service Worker to join our team!

By ICL definition, a Food Service Worker (FSW) is someone responsible for the general routine and manual tasks that require medium physical effort, related to the preparation and service of food: meal assembly, servicing, sanitation, and safety.

MIN. ROLE REQUIREMENTS PREFERENCES:

Location: Long Island City, NY 11101

Available 5 Days min. Monday to Sunday, with options for O.T. – Shift: Days Hours TBD

EDU/EXP: No Education Required and 2+ years of housekeeping and food service, dietary, or restaurant experience – preferably in a shelter setting

NYS Food Handler Certified – mandatory within the first 45 days of employment

Proper attire at all times – this includes work pants, boots, and outer/inner-wear with the ICL company logo (provided after training)

PLEASE NOTE: per ICL policy, all applicants MUST be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before any potential start date

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of basic arithmetic aka Math

Ability to stand, stoop, bend, and stretch for long periods

Ability to understand and follow verbal and simple written instructions

Ability to follow rules and procedures regarding sanitation and cleanliness

Knowledge of sanitation products, standards, and equipment cleaning and usage

Ability to work in a setting with individuals with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders

Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor, including lifting objects weighing up to 25+ lbs

Strong communication, interpersonal, writing, and conveying skills – bi-lingual is a plus but not mandatory

FOODSERVICE TASKS:

Clean areas for the receipt, storage, and preparation of food

Receive and store deliveries in appropriate storage areas

Bring food and other supplies to preparation and serving areas

Clean fruits, vegetables, and potatoes in preparation for cooking

Sterilize food sample jars in preparation for serving

Simple stove grill-type cooking as needed: hamburgers, eggs, etc.

Prepare snacks, toast, coffee, tea, salads, etc. as needed

Ensure residents on special diets receive proper modified food and portions

Set and wait on tables/residents

Record the number of meals served and monitor temperatures of food

Pick up meal trays after meal period; return trays to the kitchen; strip tray waste into garbage cans

Wash reusable pots, pans, dishes, and other utensils by hand and/or machine

Take inventory of supplies and requisition and store stock items appropriately to maintain cleanliness and prevent food spoilage

Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to clean floors, ceilings, walls, windows, etc. in general kitchen and dining areas: storage, loading dock, garbage cans, and food prep

MISC. TASKS:

Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to pressure wash appliances and other equipment using a variety of cleaning substances

Perform other job-related tasks as assigned in an organized and detail-oriented manner

Please Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.

If you feel that you’re a suitable candidate for this role and would like to join our organization, please submit your resume in response to this ad to contact a recruiter in HR for further related info to the role above or the benefits mentioned below…

ICL BENEFITS:

PLEASE NOTE: ICL Company Benefits are exclusive to employees working 20+ hours and EDU Leave is 40+ hours ONLY!

PAID Orientation and Training

Choice of full and/or partial Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits (spousal and child coverage available too)

Life ADD Insurance + Medical Flexible Spending

Mental Health Services and Providers

Educational Parental Leave

Tuition Work-Life Assistance

Commuter Benefits Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Matching 403B (non-profit)

Payroll Benefits: Corporate Fitness Account / NYS College Savings Program / Etc.

Discounts on select ticketed purchases provided by Plum Benefits

And many more…