Institute for Community Living (ICL) is a nonprofit organization servicing the NYCMetro area and for over 35 years weve provided lifesaving care to New Yorkers in need that includes but is not limited to addiction assistance mental health services and housing support for all. Proudly doing so with integrity love and respect. Our goal is to have a positive and longlasting impact on the lives of the people and communities we serve with the hope of providing the care support and attention they need.
So it is our pleasure to announce that we are currently seeking afulltimecandidate for the role ofHousekeepingFood Service Workerto join our team!
By ICL definition under the direct supervision of the HKFS Supervisor and/or the relief Supervisor a HousekeepingFood Service Worker (HKFSW) is someoneresponsible for performing a variety of routine food and janitorial tasksthat require medium physical effort related to the work site: meal assembly servicing sanitation cleaning and safety.
MIN. ROLE REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES:
- Available Monday to Friday Shift: TBD...
- Location: Brooklyn NY 11208
- EDU:GED/HSE or higher 2 years of food service dietary or restaurant experience preferably in a shelter setting
- PLEASE NOTE:In substitute for the mentioned EDU and coinciding experience ICL will accept the following
- NYS Food Handler License/Certificate training 3 years of food service dietary or restaurant experience
- Proper attire at all times this includes work pants boots and outer/innerwear with the ICL company logo(provided after training)
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds
- Ability to stand stoop bend and stretch for long periods
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and simple written instructions
- Ability to follow rules and procedures regarding sanitation and cleanliness
- Knowledge of sanitation products standards and equipment cleaning and usage
- Ability to work in a setting with individuals with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders
- Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor including lifting objects weighing up to 25 lbs
- Strong communication interpersonal writing and conveying skills bilingual is a plus but not mandatory
HOUSEKEEPING TASKS:
- Set up equipment in all assigned areas: conference dining rooms etc.
- Move furniture and equipment in connection with cleaning and care functions
- Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to dust and polish metal lights and fixtures
- Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to shampoo steam clean and change curtains carpets and drapes
- Using appropriate safety equipment such as rolling ladders and safety scaffolds to clean ceiling fans at high places
- Using manual and/or mechanical equipment and detergents to scrub and clean all bathroom areas: sinks urinals toilets etc.
- Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to remove hazardous articles that may be on floors furniture and equipment and place them in designated receptacles or appropriate location
- Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to wash strip steam vacuum polish and wax wooden or tile floors corridors stairwells walls partitions windows furniture etc. for all areas
- Upkeep an overall attractive and sanitary environment
FOODSERVICE TASKS:
- Clean areas for the receipt storage and preparation of food
- Receive and store deliveries in appropriate storage areas
- Bring food and other supplies to preparation and serving areas
- Clean fruits vegetables and potatoes in preparation for cooking
- Sterilize food sample jars in preparation for serving
- Simple stove grilltype cooking as needed: hamburgers eggs etc.
- Prepare snacks toast coffee tea salads etc. as needed
- Ensure residents on special diets receive proper modified food and portions
- Set and wait on tables/residents
- Record the number of meals served and monitor temperatures of food
- Pick up meal trays after meal period; return trays to the kitchen; strip tray waste into garbage cans
- Wash reusable pots pans dishes and other utensils by hand and/or machine
- Take inventory of supplies and requisition and store stock items appropriately to maintain cleanliness and prevent food spoilage
- Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to clean floors ceilings walls windows etc. in general kitchen and dining areas: storage loading dock garbage cans and food prep
MISC. TASKS:
- Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to pressure wash appliances and other equipment using a variety of cleaning substances
- Perform other jobrelated tasks as assigned in an organized and detailoriented manner
- Please Note:To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.
If you feel that youre a suitable candidate for this role and would like to join our organization please submit your resume in response to this ad to contact a recruiter in HRfor further related info to the role above or the benefits mentioned below
ICL BENEFITS:
PLEASE NOTE:ICL Company Benefits are exclusive to employees working 20 hours and EDU Leave is 40 hours ONLY!
- PAIDOrientation and Training
- Choice of full and/or partial Health Dental and Vision Benefits spousal and child coverage available too
- Life & AD&D Insurance Medical Flexible Spending
- Mental Health Services and Providers
- Educational & Parental Leave
- Tuition & WorkLife Assistance
- Commuter Benefits Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Matching 403B nonprofit
- Payroll Benefits:Corporate Fitness Account / NYS College Savings Program / Etc.
- Discounts on select ticketed purchases provided by Plum Benefits
- And many more