Lower Eastside Service Center
Food Service Coordinator, Per Diem
Lower Eastside Service Center, New York, New York, us, 10261
Job Type
Full-time
Description
BASIC FUNCTION
: Supervise and participate in the requisition, inspection, preparation, cooking and portioning of food in accordance with the NYC nutrition standards
MAJOR DUTIES
:
• Adhere to Department of Health and OSHA regulations regarding proper kitchen hygiene and maintenance
• Develops menu types, structures, contents and cycles.
• Develops food specifications for purchase that adheres to dietary prescriptions, FDA (Food and Drug Administration) quality standards and budgetary guidelines.
• Prepares and monitors food and hygiene inventories.
• Assures that safety and sanitation standards are met in the kitchen and basement. Represents LESC to auditors from OASAS and CARF during audits of the kitchen and basement.
• Liaisons with medical and clinical staff and develops educational programs for residents that include instructions on good nutrition, and meal preparations.
• Maintains all appliances in working order and arranges for service for items in need of repairs.
• Attends food show, seminars, and conferences and stays abreast of industry standards, products and safety regulations.
• Supervises and trains clients in food preparation, sanitation and the rudiments of cooking.
• Participates in the Health and Safety Committee.
• Interfaces with private/public sanitation representative for timely removal of garbage from the facility.
• Fills in for other staff on leave.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.
• Adhere to Department of Health and OSHA regulations regarding proper kitchen hygiene and maintenance
• Ensure that quality and quantity of food meet standards for meal patterns established by designated regulatory agencies
• Receive and inspect incoming food products for quality, quantity, and ensure prompt and proper storage
• Prepare meals accurately according to the menu and recipes
• Recommend menu changes to improve quality of food
• Supervise and coordinate activities of clients engaged in food preparation, meal service, and cleanup
• Ensure safe handling and proper temperature control of prepared foods
• Maintain and report meal service data
• Maintain monthly inventory
• Submit food orders to vendors in a timely manner
• Ensure security of refrigerators, freezers, food storage areas
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchens
• Supervise and participate in the training of clients
• Conduct inspections of kitchen facilities to ensure cleanliness and proper food storage
• Perform additional duties as assigned
SCHEDULE:
Per Diem (on-call/as needed availability)
Friday - Tuesday 10AM-6PM RATE:
$22.86 - $22.86 hourly
LOCATION:
NY, NY 10002
To join our diverse team, please include salary requirements with your resume/application submission.
Please visit us at www.lesc.org
EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Vet
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
:
High School Diploma, GED and/or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and/or training and experience. Food Handlers' License. Five years' experience in management of health care or food service type setting or satisfactory equivalent combination of education and/or training experience in cooking and nutrition. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. Must be computer literate.
Salary Description
$22.86 / hour
Full-time
Description
BASIC FUNCTION
: Supervise and participate in the requisition, inspection, preparation, cooking and portioning of food in accordance with the NYC nutrition standards
MAJOR DUTIES
:
• Adhere to Department of Health and OSHA regulations regarding proper kitchen hygiene and maintenance
• Develops menu types, structures, contents and cycles.
• Develops food specifications for purchase that adheres to dietary prescriptions, FDA (Food and Drug Administration) quality standards and budgetary guidelines.
• Prepares and monitors food and hygiene inventories.
• Assures that safety and sanitation standards are met in the kitchen and basement. Represents LESC to auditors from OASAS and CARF during audits of the kitchen and basement.
• Liaisons with medical and clinical staff and develops educational programs for residents that include instructions on good nutrition, and meal preparations.
• Maintains all appliances in working order and arranges for service for items in need of repairs.
• Attends food show, seminars, and conferences and stays abreast of industry standards, products and safety regulations.
• Supervises and trains clients in food preparation, sanitation and the rudiments of cooking.
• Participates in the Health and Safety Committee.
• Interfaces with private/public sanitation representative for timely removal of garbage from the facility.
• Fills in for other staff on leave.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.
• Adhere to Department of Health and OSHA regulations regarding proper kitchen hygiene and maintenance
• Ensure that quality and quantity of food meet standards for meal patterns established by designated regulatory agencies
• Receive and inspect incoming food products for quality, quantity, and ensure prompt and proper storage
• Prepare meals accurately according to the menu and recipes
• Recommend menu changes to improve quality of food
• Supervise and coordinate activities of clients engaged in food preparation, meal service, and cleanup
• Ensure safe handling and proper temperature control of prepared foods
• Maintain and report meal service data
• Maintain monthly inventory
• Submit food orders to vendors in a timely manner
• Ensure security of refrigerators, freezers, food storage areas
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of kitchens
• Supervise and participate in the training of clients
• Conduct inspections of kitchen facilities to ensure cleanliness and proper food storage
• Perform additional duties as assigned
SCHEDULE:
Per Diem (on-call/as needed availability)
Friday - Tuesday 10AM-6PM RATE:
$22.86 - $22.86 hourly
LOCATION:
NY, NY 10002
To join our diverse team, please include salary requirements with your resume/application submission.
Please visit us at www.lesc.org
EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Vet
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
:
High School Diploma, GED and/or a satisfactory equivalent combination of education and/or training and experience. Food Handlers' License. Five years' experience in management of health care or food service type setting or satisfactory equivalent combination of education and/or training experience in cooking and nutrition. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. Must be computer literate.
Salary Description
$22.86 / hour