SCS is seeking a Kitchen Aide/Assistant Cook to work at the Older Adult Center which provides essential services to older adults in a community-based setting, including education, recreation, physical and mental health support, benefit assistance, referrals, and nutritious, freshly prepared meals served daily.
The Kitchen Aide/Assistant Cook is responsible for cooking and assisting with meal preparation for Older Adult Center members and agency programs, while ensuring compliance with Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and Department for the Aging (DFTA) standards and regulations. This role supports safe, sanitary kitchen operations and helps maintain a welcoming environment for older adults, volunteers, and visitors.
SCS) is a multi-service, community-based organization providing a broad range of services to approximately 16,000 people each year. Our services include: pre-kindergarten and after school programs; college prep and career programs for teens and young adults; supports for immigrants; a vibrant Older Adult Center, dedicated home care services, support and assistance for family caregivers, and social adult day program for people with cognitive and physical impairments.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily food preparation and cooking, including meal service for the Older Adult Center and agency programs, in accordance with DFTA nutrition guidelines, regulated portion sizes, and DOHMH regulations. Breakfast and/or evening service may be required.
- Receive and store food and kitchen deliveries as needed.
- Assist with inventory management of food, supplies, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness and proper sanitization of all kitchen and dining areas, including refrigeration and freezer units, steam tables, beverage dispensers, work surfaces, cooking equipment, dishes, utensils, appliances, storage areas, and dining room tables.
- Support oversight of kitchen volunteers and food handlers during meal preparation, service, and cleanup in compliance with DOHMH and DFTA standards.
- Attend required DFTA trainings and other related meetings as assigned.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a kitchen environment and remain standing for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy items.
- Strong attention to cleanliness and sanitation.
Working Environment
Fast-paced kitchen environment.
Qualifications
- Valid NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Food Protection Certificate.
- High school diploma or equivalent life experience.
- Preferred experience with group meal preparation.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Job Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time, Temporary
Reports to: OAC Head Cook
Schedule: July and August 2026; 2 days per week; 7 hours/day August 2026
Compensation: $20.00 – $23.00 per hour
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume to kserrano@scsny.org or fax to 718-784-7266. Please indicate “Part-Time Kitchen Aide/Cook” in email subject line.
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Sunnyside Community Services strives to address, explore, and educate all our stakeholders about the diversity of human experience and to advance and integrate racial equity and social justice into all organizational policies and programs. We believe that everyone, regardless of who they are or what they do for the organization, should feel equally involved and supported.
Sunnyside Community Services represents a commitment to considering the whole person and how systemic barriers and access to opportunities can affect their well-being.
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