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Lower Eastside Service Center

Food Service Coordinator, Per Diem

Lower Eastside Service Center, New York, New York, us, 10261

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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