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TITLE: Kitchen Aide SUPERVISOR: Program Director

Position Summary: To assist in preparing food orders for the seniors and to assure the smooth operation of the kitchen by performing the following duties. Accountable to comply with funder assessments in kitchen (nutrition & DOH)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Abide by Department of Health (DOH), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department for the Aging (DFTA) regulations regarding proper kitchen hygiene and maintenance. - Ensure that quality and quantity of food meet standards for meal patterns established by designated regulatory agencies (i.e. USDA, CACFP, etc.) - Receive and inspect incoming product for quality and quantity, and ensure prompt and proper storage - Assist in preparing meals accurately according to written recipes - Recommend changes in recipe/cooking method to improve quality of food - Follow and coordinate daily activities of staff engaged in food preparation, meal service and cleanup - Assist in monthly inventory control - Assist and participate in the requisition, inspection, preparation, cooking and portioning of food in accordance with quality standards. (DFTA & DOH) Ensure safe handling and proper temperature control of prepared foods - Ensure security of refrigerators, freezers, storerooms, and office before leaving for the day
- Check cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, and equipment, dining area, and adherence to sanitation standards - Consult with Cook & Assistant Cook as to schedule, menu and any other problems - Attend relevant R.A.I.N. and Outside Trainings - Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Minimum Qualifications: - High School Diploma or equivalent - 1-2 years' experience - Valid Food Protections Certificate preferred - Proficiency in modern business communications including personal computers, electronic mail, voicemail, facsimile and copier equipment - Proficiency in the safe operation of all kitchen equipment and Department of Health regulations.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work is performed primarily in an office setting. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

TO APPLY: E-mail resume to jobs@raintotalcare.org -- In the subject line of the email you MUST include "NYSDOL Referral-Kitchen Aide".