Kitchen Aide

Kitchen Aide

Children's Aid runs a summer day camp in Chappaqua, NY that brings together children from Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester. Campers and staff are bused to and from the camp each day. The purpose of this camp is to provide traditional summer camp activities (swimming, arts & crafts, sports, horsemanship, etc.) in the context of relationship building. The children who attend this camp are from different socio-economic, cultural, and racial backgrounds, and range in age from 6-13.

The Kitchen Aide fulfills duties in the kitchen to prepare for three food service meals each day of summer camp: Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack.

Salary: $17 - $18.25/hr

Position Summary: The Kitchen Aide assists in the preparation of breakfast, lunch, and snacks each day. Prepare additional meals for Parents' Day. Accept deliveries, store provisions, and keep track of invoices. Maintain the food service in accordance with Dept of Health, USDA, and ACA. Maintain the cleanliness of the eating areas between the lunch sessions. Wash lunch trays as needed. Keep Kitchen clean and orderly. Dispose of all garbage and recycling in proper dumpsters. Prepare food as directed by the supervisor. Work closely with other kitchen staff to divide up responsibilities at the direction of the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Entry level position.
• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Must be at least 16 years old by 6/14/26.

It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children's Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.

The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.

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