51 Best kitchen assistant Jobs in Elmont, NY (July 2025)

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Cypress Hills, Brooklyn

Childcare Attendant Location: Brooklyn, NY Employment Type: Full time or Part time (9 AM–1PM or 1pm - 6pm or 9am - 6pm, Monday–Friday) or On-call Pay: $16.50 per hour to start; depends upon skills and experience About Us: We are a licensed group‑family daycare providing warm, structured care in a home-based setting. We emphasize safety, routine, and firm boundaries to maintain compliance with NY OCFS regulations. We’re seeking a reliable Childcare Attendant who can both nurture and enforce a safe environment. --- 🧩 Responsibilities 1. Childcare & Supervision + OCFS Safety Compliance Maintain constant supervision of all children at all times except during bathroom use . Enforce OCFS safety rules: Ensure electrical outlet covers remain in place, and prevent children from removing them—preventing uncovered outlets . Do not allow unsafe use of equipment—e.g., prevent a six-year-old from using an infant walker or other devices not developmentally appropriate . Keep children in approved areas only—no unsupervised entry to restricted zones. Enforce structure: meals/snacks only at scheduled times in the kitchen, no eating outside designated areas. Prevent permissive “free for all” behavior. Use designated rooms for naps and diaper changes appropriately. 2. Child-Related Cleaning Tasks Sweep floors daily in play and eating areas; mop at the start or end of your shift. Clean child-used bathroom (floor, sink, toilet) – shower is excluded. Wash dishes/utensils used by children; clear food particles from kitchen sink after use. Empty and replace liners in child-related trash bins: kitchen trash, diaper pail, and bathroom cans at shift end. Put away all toys and child chairs at the end of each day. 3. Program & Activity Support Prepare and serve healthy meals/snacks on schedule. Assist with implementing structured activities and daily program routines. 4. Policy & Compliance Adhere strictly to OCFS regulations for group family daycares/ --- ✅ Qualifications At least 2 years of verified childcare experience. Must pass a background check and tuberculosis screening. Must complete 15 hours of OCFS-approved training within 6 months; 30 hours every two years . CPR/First Aid certified or willingness to obtain. Assertive, structured, detail-oriented, with the ability to enforce rules consistently. --- 🌟 What We Offer $16.50 per hour to start for combined childcare, structure enforcement, and child-focused cleaning duties. Full scholarships for early childhood education at CUNY/SUNY if eligible. Flexible schedule, supportive environment, licensed operation. Opportunity to grow professionally in a regulated, structured play-based daycare. --- 📝 How to Apply If you’re a structured, safety-conscious caregiver who values cleanliness, rules, and clear boundaries—and you can enforce OCFS compliance while nurturing children—send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your experience and fit for the role.

Cypress Hills, Brooklyn

Childcare Attendant (Part-Time) Location: Brooklyn, NY Employment Type: (9 AM –1 PM or 1pm - 6pm Monday–Friday) Pay: $16.50–25/hr About Us: We are a licensed group‑family daycare providing warm, structured care in a home-based setting. We emphasize safety, routine, and firm boundaries to maintain compliance with NY OCFS regulations. We’re seeking a reliable Childcare Attendant who can both nurture and enforce a safe environment. 🧩 Responsibilities 1. Childcare & Supervision + OCFS Safety Compliance Maintain constant supervision of all children at all times except during bathroom use . Enforce OCFS safety rules such as ensuring electrical outlets are covered with safety caps. Do not allow unsafe use of equipment—e.g., prevent a six-year-old from using an infant walker or other devices not developmentally appropriate. Keep children in approved areas only—no unsupervised entry to restricted zones. Enforce structure: meals/snacks only at scheduled times in the kitchen, no eating outside designated areas. Prevent permissive “free for all” behavior. Use designated rooms for nappies and diaper changes appropriately. 1. Child-Related Cleaning Tasks Sweep floors daily in play and eating areas. Clean bathroom (floor, sink, toilet) – shower is excluded. Wash dishes/utensils used by children; clear food particles from kitchen sink after use. Empty and replace liners in child-related trash bins: kitchen trash, diaper pail, and bathroom cans at shift end. Put away all toys and child chairs at the end of each day. 1. Program & Activity Support Prepare and serve healthy meals/snacks on schedule. Assist with implementing structured activities and daily program routines. ✅ Qualifications At least 2 years of verified childcare experience. Must pass a background check and tuberculosis screening. Must complete 15 hours of OCFS-approved training within 6 months; 30 hours every two years . CPR/First Aid certified or willingness to obtain. Assertive, structured, detail-oriented, with the ability to enforce rules consistently. 🌟 What We Offer $16.50–20/hr(depending upon experience) for combined childcare, structure enforcement, and child-focused cleaning duties. Full scholarships for early childhood education at CUNY/SUNY if eligible. Flexible schedule, supportive environment, licensed operation. Opportunity to grow professionally in a regulated, structured play-based daycare. 📝 How to Apply If you’re a structured, safety-conscious caregiver who values cleanliness, rules, and clear boundaries—and you can enforce OCFS compliance while nurturing children—send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your experience and fit for the role.

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