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About the Role
This position will assist with the day-to-day operation of the nutritional services for clients, preparing attractive, OCFS-approved meals, maintaining kitchen sanitation, and managing food supplies and records. The Meal Specialist will run the kitchen while onsite and plan meals for off-site coverage.
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning, preparing, and serving meals focused on nutrition to clients at the Drop-in Center.
- Understand and strictly adhere to health, safety, food handling, and sanitation requirements.
- Plan and participate in nutritious cooking activities with clients, including running nutritional, cooking, and/or baking groups.
- Maintain record-keeping and reporting.
- Ensure proper storage of all foods, fresh, frozen or prepared.
- Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures.
- Maintain kitchen dining room, food closets, freezers, refrigerators, and other food preparation areas clean and sanitary; conduct routine deep cleaning of kitchen.
- Maintain and be aware of client allergies and concerns.
- Serve and clean up after meals.
- Plan and prepare all meals to be served easily in one's absence, including weeknights, holidays, and scheduled time off.
- Supervise client interns during meal prep and service.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Food handler license required within 30 days of hire.
- Must demonstrate exceptional engagement, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Must demonstrate accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage competing responsibilities.
- Experience working with adolescent and young adult populations preferred.
- Knowledge of and experience working with LGBTQ+ street-involved youth preferred.
- Ability to plan and prepare nutritious meals for a large number of people.
- Basic understanding of and experience using commercial kitchen equipment preferred.
- Evening and weekend hours are required.
Skills
- Food Preparation & Nutrition
- Food Safety & Sanitation
- Kitchen Operations
- Planning & Organization
- Mission alignment and commitment to affirming, youth-centered practice
- Cultural humility and ability to work effectively with diverse LGBTQ+ youth populations
- Trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to service delivery and collaboration
- Clear communication, professionalism, and accountability
- Adaptability, sound judgment, and ability to respond calmly in fast-paced environments
Location
- New York, NY 10018
- Manhattan
Work Type
- Full Time
- In-Person
Experience Level
- Experience working with adolescent and young adult populations preferred
- Knowledge of and experience working with LGBTQ+ street-involved youth preferred
- Basic understanding of and experience using commercial kitchen equipment preferred
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Food handler license required within 30 days of hire
Salary/Compensations
- $27.00 - $27.00 Hourly
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with up to a 5% employer match (vested after five years)
- Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and 12 Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Mission-driven, inclusive workplace culture
About the Company
- The Ali Forney Center (AFC) protects LGBTQ+ youth from homelessness and helps them build the tools needed to live independently.
- Founded in 2002, AFC provides housing, healthcare, and educational support to thousands of youth each year.
- AFC creates an affirming, supportive environment where LGBTQ+ youth can thrive.
Equal Opportunity
- Ali Forney Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and able to thrive.
- We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.