Food Service Coordinator, Full Time

Food Service Supervisor

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: Wednesday - Sunday 8AM-4PM

Rate: $40,000 - $41,605 / yearly dep. on experience

Location: NY, NY 10002

We offer excellent benefits including:

• Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Discounted Commuter benefits
• Life insurance & Long term disability
• Eligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment Program
• Training and other additional voluntary benefits

To join our diverse team, please include salary requirements with your resume/application submission.

EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Vet

Requirements

• 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.