Food Service Aide

Educational Alliance brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. We are a place where everyone is welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. We are proud of our legacy as a Jewish organization, and we provide high-quality, transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through our network of community centers on Manhattan’s Lower East Side and East Village. As we have for 130 years, we offer best-in-class programming–now across 15 sites—focusing on a mix of education, health and wellness, arts and culture, and civic engagement. Manny Cantor Center (MCC) is one of New York City’s original settlement houses. EA was founded in 1889 to offer educational, social, and cultural services to Jewish immigrants arriving to the Lower East Side. Today, EA partners with diverse communities throughout Lower Manhattan. Across our network of community centers, we empower people of all backgrounds to flourish, recognizing the intrinsic value within each individual and the importance of building community. We are seeking a part-time Food Service Aide who will assist the food service by performing routine food service activities including preparation, serving, and cleaning,. Responsibilities Prepare and serve food ensuring proper portion control.Restock required supplies to avoid service interruptions.Assist with meal service, packaging, and delivery.Receive, unpack, store, and label food and supplies.Maintain kitchen per NYC DOH and NYC Aging policies.Attend mandatory in-service training.Support daily and weekly cleaning routines.Take and record meal temperatures before service.Record refrigerator and freezer temperatures daily.Perform other assigned tasks as directed. Qualifications High school diploma with NYC Food Handler Certification requiredEnglish fluency required. Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese a plus2+ years of food service experience.Knowledge of kitchen equipment and utensils.Ability to follow directions and work in fast-paced environment.Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures.Operation of commercial kitchen equipment.Proficiency in NYC DOH food safety requirements.Strong cleanliness standards. Benefits Generous PTO PolicyMedical, Dental & Vision InsurancePension Plan403b Retirement PlansDiscount Perks for Movies, Broadway Shows, Amusement Parks, etc.Free Gym Membership to our MCC Fitness & 14th Street Y GymDiscounts to programs at Educational AllianceTuition ReimbursementEmployee Referral Reward Limitations and Disclaimer The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position EEO Info Educational Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. For further information about Educational Alliance, please visit https://edalliance.org .