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About the Role
WSFSSH's Multi Site Support program provides flexible, on-demand staffing coverage across 30+ residential and program sites requiring 24/7 support. Team members fill scheduling gaps and ensure consistent, high-quality service, often across multiple roles including Personal Care Assistants (PCAs), Porters, Kitchen Aides, and Program Aides. This pool is ideal for candidates seeking flexible scheduling, exposure to different sites and teams, and the opportunity to build experience across WSFSSH's supportive housing programs. Many per diem staff use this as a pathway into full-time roles within the organization.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for cleaning food service areas, including equipment, kitchen, storage, and dining areas.
- Responsible for dishwashing, pot washing, and other assigned cleaning duties.
- Assist with meal service distribution and setup, including food preparation following food safety procedures.
- Assist in accepting food deliveries and proper storage according to NYC Department of Health regulations.
- Participate in proper labeling, dating, and rotation of stock.
- Meet with supervisors regularly to discuss food service, procedures, and best practices.
- Work as a team member to establish and maintain a high level of care, respect, and communication with residents.
- Work cooperatively with all staff and kitchen team members.
- Share information about resident progress, needs, and problems with appropriate staff.
- Attend required training sessions and conferences for job skill enhancement.
- Implement emergency procedures as necessary.
- Must be able to work independently when required.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a commercial kitchen.
- Ability to prepare nutritious and appealing meals.
- Ability to follow kitchen procedures and protocols.
- Proficient written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent organizational ability, time management, and interpersonal skills.
- Team-focused and ability to work effectively with others.
- Desire or interest in working with and supporting senior residents.
- Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to climb stairs.
- Must be able to lift at least 25lbs.
Skills
- Food safety procedures
- NYC Department of Health regulations
- Stock rotation
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Organizational ability
- Time management
- Interpersonal skills
Location
- Multi-Site
Work Type
- Per diem
- Flexible scheduling
Experience Level
- 6-month experience as a Kitchen Assistant or Dishwasher role.
- Proven cooking experience in a commercial kitchen(s) serving twenty persons or more.
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED required.
- In lieu of GED, must have at least 4 years of relevant industry cooking/kitchen experience.
- Active food handler's certification from the City of New York.
Salary/Compensations
- Varies per assignment
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 403(B) retirement savings
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Life & Disability
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Commuter benefits
- 11-12 paid Federal Holidays
- Accrued Vacation Time
- Accrued Sick Time
About the Company
- WSFSSH's Multi Site Support program provides flexible, on-demand staffing coverage across our 30+ residential and program sites, all of which require 24/7 support.
- Team members step in to fill scheduling gaps and ensure consistent, high-quality service for the individuals and communities we serve — often across multiple roles including Personal Care Assistants (PCAs), Porters, Kitchen Aides, and Program Aides.
- This pool is a great fit for candidates who want flexible scheduling, exposure to different sites and teams, and the opportunity to build experience across WSFSSH's supportive housing programs.
- Many per diem staff use this as a pathway into full-time roles within the organization.
Equal Opportunity
- WSFSSH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO); employment is based upon employees’ qualifications without discrimination, on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.