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  • Food Preparer
    Food Preparer
    22 days ago
    $13–$18 hourly
    Full-time
    Bayside, Queens

    Job Description: Kitchen Prep Worker & Cleaner Position: Kitchen Prep Worker & Cleaner Job Summary We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Kitchen Prep Worker & Cleaner to support our culinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients for our chefs, maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, washing dishes, and handling waste disposal. The ideal candidate is efficient, follows safety guidelines, and understands the importance of a clean, organized workspace to ensure smooth kitchen operations. Key Responsibilities Food Preparation (Prep Cook Duties) • Wash, peel, chop, slice, and dice vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients for daily service., • Measure, portion, and label ingredients according to recipe specifications and prep lists., • Prepare simple items such as salads, dressings, and sauces., • Cut, grind, and portion meats, poultry, and seafood., • Set up workstations with required ingredients and tools for line cooks., • Restock ingredients as needed throughout the shift. Kitchen Cleaning & Sanitization (Cleaner Duties) • Wash dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and cookware promptly to ensure a clean supply for cooks., • Sanitize workstations, cutting boards, and knives frequently to prevent cross-contamination., • Sweep and mop kitchen floors, including walk-in coolers and storage areas., • Clean and maintain kitchen equipment (e.g., grills, ovens, fryers)., • Empty, clean, and disinfect trash bins and recycling containers., • Follow "clean as you go" procedures to maintain a tidy workspace., • Maintain cleanliness of floor drains and grease traps. Safety & General Duties • Properly store food items in refrigerators and freezers using the FIFO (First-In, First-Out) method., • Report any maintenance issues or equipment malfunctions to the manager immediately., • Assist in receiving and storing deliveries. Qualifications & Skills • Previous experience as a prep cook, kitchen helper, or dishwasher is preferred., • Knowledge of health and safety sanitation regulations., • Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 40–50 pounds., • Dependable, punctual, and able to work weekends and holidays. Tips for Customizing this Description • Hours: 9am - 3pm, • Pay: Starting at $13-$18/hr, • Benefits: Free meals, Paid training.

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  • Experience barista for specialty coffee
    Experience barista for specialty coffee
    1 month ago
    $17–$19 hourly
    Full-time
    Forest Hills, Queens

    We are seeking an energetic and experienced barista to join our dynamic team at a specialty coffee café. In this role, you will craft exceptional coffee beverages, deliver outstanding customer service, and create a welcoming environment for all guests. Your passion for coffee and dedication to quality will help elevate the café experience, ensuring every visitor leaves satisfied and eager to return. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to showcase their expertise in a vibrant, fast-paced setting dedicated to specialty coffee excellence. Duties Prepare and serve high-quality specialty coffee drinks with precision and flair, adhering to established recipes and presentation standards Engage with customers warmly, providing personalized recommendations and ensuring an exceptional service experience Operate POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS efficiently for order processing, cash handling, and sales transactions Maintain cleanliness and organization of the café workspace, including food preparation areas and equipment sanitation in compliance with food safety standards Manage time effectively during busy periods to serve customers promptly while maintaining accuracy in orders and payments Assist in food handling and preparation tasks, including serving light food items and ensuring proper food safety protocols are followed Handle cash register operations accurately, including cash handling, basic math calculations, and balancing registers at shift end Skills Proven experience as a barista in a specialty coffee environment with strong knowledge of coffee brewing techniques Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for efficient sales processing Excellent customer service skills with the ability to connect with diverse clientele and handle inquiries professionally Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks during peak hours without compromising quality or service speed Knowledge of food safety regulations, proper food handling, and basic food preparation techniques Ability to perform retail math accurately for transactions, cash handling, and register balancing Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and ensure smooth café operations Join us if you’re passionate about specialty coffee, thrive in a lively environment, and are committed to delivering memorable guest experiences. We value energetic professionals who take pride in their craft and enjoy working as part of a dedicated team! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Work Location: In person

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  • Cook/Housekeeper
    Cook/Housekeeper
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    Description Position Summary The Residence Cook/Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining the Residence as a normalized homelike environment, which serves to promote the fullest physical, emotional and social development of the consumers. The Residential Cook/Housekeeper reports directly to the Shift Supervisor, Assistant Manager, Manager or the ADR. Essential Job Functions Organize, cook, and prepare all meals in accordance with menu guidelines. Implement menu plans as developed by the Nutritionist according to prescribed individualized diets. Prepare food in appropriate quantities. Follow Agency guidelines/policies in regard to staff meals and snacks. Maintains a sanitary procedure for storing and handling food in accordance with Agency standards and procedures. Ensure correct and appropriate storage of all supplies. Date and inventory all purchases of food and household supplies. Ensure that the proper food and supplies, as called for by the menu, are available in the facility. Ensure food orders are appropriately maintained weekly. Utilize comparison-shopping techniques to ensure cost effectiveness. Receive food and household supplies and ensure that purchase requisitions and deliveries are correct. Maintain required records; submit required reports and track inventory supplies. Participate and demonstrate proficiency in meal planning and in-service training with nutritionist, as needed, but no less than monthly. Assist individuals/consumers and participate in family style meals. Cleaning the Residence in accordance with Agency standards and procedures, including disinfecting of bathrooms, sweeping and mopping all floors, wiping down all walls and countertops, vacuuming bedrooms and hallways, dusting furniture, defrosting and cleaning refrigerator and freezer and maintaining all cupboards in a clean and orderly fashion. Maintain prior menus on file. Maintain a file of tested recipes in proportions with the specific orders. Consistently follow the procedures for cleaning all equipment and work areas following the established routine and/or as instructed by supervisor. Responsible for the mending of consumers clothing. Ensure that all measures necessary for the safety and well-being of all consumers are fully maintained. Ensure that infection control procedures are followed in consultation with Nutritionist and the Residence Nurse. Responsible for being thoroughly familiar with emergency procedures. Coordinate and participate in fire evacuation drills and ensure consumer safety in emergencies. Responsible for laundering the consumer clothing, bed linens and towels in accordance with Agency standards and procedures. Fold and put away linen and towels and clothing. Change linen and make beds as outlined within the facility procedure. Ensure that an adequate supply of soap and paper towels are maintained in the kitchen and bathrooms. Ensure that a proper number of dishes, utensils, linens, towels, etc. are maintained in the Residence at all times. Regularly attend and participate in weekly staff meeting. Regularly participate in scheduled in-service training and individual reviews. Participate in the on-going implementation of a basic life skills training and program implementation Assist and support consumers in participation in household chores as necessary Must be able to physically intervene with consumer when individual may cause physical injury to self or others; assist consumer in responding to potentially dangerous situations (e.g. hand on hot stove; running into traffic); able to administer emergency first aid to participants. Communicate relevant information to other staff or supervisor, verbally and in writing, completing appropriate logs and incident reports. Participate in supervisory sessions. Demonstrate cooperation and respect, in dealing with. consumers, families, visitors, peers, subordinates and supervisors. Follow the policies and procedures of the Agency. Adhere to laws and regulations set forth by governmental bodies. (OSHA, Dept. of Sanitation, Dept. of Health, OMRDD, etc.). Follow the facility’s specific responsibilities and duties list. Work schedules and locations are subject to change. This does not limit the assignment of duties or exclude the performance of other duties not stated here, as assigned by the supervisor. Qualifications: A High School Diploma or its equivalent is preferred. Prior experience of planning and preparing meals for a large group. Preference is given to those with some form of additional training in the culinary arts. Current certification in the areas of: First Aid/Medication Administration, CPR, and SCIP. Able to read food labels to assess nutritional contents, food orders, menus, directions for operation of kitchen appliances; able to write food orders, information for nutritionist. Must be able to lift/carry/reach shelves/climb stepladders. Must participate in moderate levels of physical activity Able to count/add/subtract money in order to maintain household budget. Must be able to operate appliances not limited to stove, oven, microwave, washing machine, dryer, and vacuum. Excellent verbal and communication skills. Strong Interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate.

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