Cook Housekeeper

COOK/HOUSEKEEPER – ADULT RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

Part-Time, Hourly $18.50 - $20.35/hour

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

Shift Available: (Flexible hours)

• Monday-Friday:10am-2pm or 9am-1pm (part-time)

About Brightway Living & Learning: Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

The Role: As a Cook/Housekeeper, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. You will provide meal preparation for the people Brightway Living and Learning supports and ensure the spaces in which the people Brightway Living and Learning supports live are clean and safe. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a tangible difference.

What You'll Do:

• Heavy cleaning of entire house and windows, daily or weekly, as required. Including, but not limited to: 
  • Bathrooms: including sinks, toilets, showers, tubs, walls and floors.
  • Kitchens: floors, countertops, walls, all appliances, including refrigerator, stove, toaster, microwave, tables & chairs, pantries and cabinets. 
  • All common areas, including, but not limited to: Living room, dining room, Recreation/TV Room, medicine room, hallways and stairways, and bedrooms, office, other inside areas, deck/porch.
• Meal preparation, cooking, shopping, and meal planning, in coordination with menus prepared by Nutritionist. 
  • Ensure rotation of perishable foods, so expired tainted foods are regularly discarded. 
  • Follow all menus and fill in substitutions according to exchange list.
• Reports any maintenance needs or hazardous conditions to Manager or Maintenance person. 
• Notify supervisor immediately if house or appliances need repair.
• Help schedule and plan parties for special occasions.
• Answer telephone in a courteous and professional manner and take appropriate messages. 
• Be familiar with and follow OMRDD regulations regarding food, kitchen area and cleanliness of house. 
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by your supervisor. 

What You Bring to Brightway Living and Learning: 

• Ability to read, understand, and follow safety guidelines.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines in using and disposing of household cleaning products. 
• Ability to work well with staff members and individuals we support. 
• Ability to cook following menus and meal preparation guidelines. 
• Ability to use appropriate tools as needed in general housecleaning. 
• Must be able to use housecleaning equipment, as needed, i.e., vacuum cleaner, carpet shampoo machine. 
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 25 lbs., bend, twist, kneel and walk distances sufficient to shop for needed supplies, and in the performance of housekeeping duties.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.

Here’s How We Support You:

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living and Learning.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are:

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!

When you join our team, you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family. 

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.