Food Service Worker
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Lutheran Social Services of New York
NY
Summary
The Food Service Worker is responsible for preparing nutritious meals for residents while maintaining kitchen cleanliness and food storage compliance. They must also manage food inventory, perform supply orders, and ensure all tasks are completed according to agency and health department standards.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Clinton Avenue DJJ - Brooklyn, NY, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $21.18 - $21.18Hourly, POSITION: Food Service Worker
REPORTS TO: Director of Clinton Avenue Residence
CLASSIFICATION: Full Time/Part Time
EXEMPT/NONEXEMPT: Non-Exempt
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Provides nutritious and appetizing meals for residents according to the city food standards, also responding to individual resident needs. Maintains food storage and kitchen in compliance with DOHMH and agency guidelines.
The Food Service Worker is classified as an essential worker, and as such, accepts responsibility for the completion of their critical services to participants on site, even during times of emergency. These include, but are not limited to, emergencies caused by weather, nationwide pandemics, civil unrest, and domestic threats.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
• Act so as to represent Lutheran Social Service of New York’s mission, values, ethics, and upholds agency Code of Conduct at all times.
• Perform regular food inventory.
• Ensure food storage areas are organized and food/ supplies are properly rotated.
• Perform all food and supply orders.
• Accept food deliveries and store properly with dated labels.
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks based on menus approved by a licensed dietician.
• Plan menus for special occasions, events, and holidays.
• Maintain record of recipes and menus.
• Keep kitchen, appliances, and food storage areas clean and orderly.
• Serve meals and break down/cleans service area thereafter.
• Perform all other tasks assigned by Facility Director.
SUPERVISES:
Volunteers (if applicable)
Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent
Food handling certificate
EXPERIENCE:
Experience in commercial or institutional food preparation.
Must be culturally competent and comfortable working with different populations (HIV, substance use, mental illness, and other populations).
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of proper nutrition and food storage.
Knowledge of proper sanitation rules.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Works well with teams.
Ability to manage time, organize and multi-task.
Ability to maintain a safe and controlled environment.
Ability to apply training to their work.
Exhibits proficient knowledge of Internet Navigation, E-mail, and Microsoft Word.
DATE REVISED: 7/21/26
Today, in addition to caring for children, Lutheran Social Services of New York enables individuals to reach their full potential through its LIFE (Lutheran Initiatives for Enrichment) service programs.
The agency helps seniors live independently, provides families for children, arranges safe and affordable housing, maintains hunger prevention centers and provides services for immigrants and refugees.
Lutheran Social Services of New York draws on its heritage of hope for all people and looks back at a rich history of growth and development. We look ahead to the creation of new and expanded programs and services that give LIFE to individuals, families and communities.
Together with you, we share Christ’s blessings with people in need. Each year, the agency helps thousands of people lead healthier, happier, safer and more successful lives, regardless of age, economic status, creed or race.
LSSNY has been strengthening lives, families and communities for more than 125 years. This has been made possible through the work of dedicated staff, committed volunteers, and supportive congregations and communities.
Lutheran Social Services of New York has its roots in the Bethlehem Home for Orphans, founded in 1886 by Lutheran church leaders. Thus began the Lutheran presence in what would become an organized effort at child welfare in New York and would result in the creation of Lutheran Social Services of New York.
Our combined LIFE services touch more than 25,000 people annually.
Founded
1886
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
New York, New York
Today, in addition to caring for children, Lutheran Social Services of New York enables individuals to reach their full potential through its LIFE (Lutheran Initiatives for Enrichment) service programs.
The agency helps seniors live independently, provides families for children, arranges safe and affordable housing, maintains hunger prevention centers and provides services for immigrants and refugees.
Lutheran Social Services of New York draws on its heritage of hope for all people and looks back at a rich history of growth and development. We look ahead to the creation of new and expanded programs and services that give LIFE to individuals, families and communities.
Together with you, we share Christ’s blessings with people in need. Each year, the agency helps thousands of people lead healthier, happier, safer and more successful lives, regardless of age, economic status, creed or race.
LSSNY has been strengthening lives, families and communities for more than 125 years. This has been made possible through the work of dedicated staff, committed volunteers, and supportive congregations and communities.
Lutheran Social Services of New York has its roots in the Bethlehem Home for Orphans, founded in 1886 by Lutheran church leaders. Thus began the Lutheran presence in what would become an organized effort at child welfare in New York and would result in the creation of Lutheran Social Services of New York.
Our combined LIFE services touch more than 25,000 people annually.
Founded
1886
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organization Management
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
New York, New York
