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About the Role

This full-time (10-month) position maintains the critical cleanliness and sanitation of the Food Services Department, reporting to the Director of Food Services, Assistant Director of Food Service, and the Chef, and working collaboratively with all the kitchen team members.

Responsibilities

Store and dry pots and pans in their correct areas.
Clean and sanitize all pots and pans.
Maintain cleanliness of the pot and pan area.
Properly store all of the equipment in the kitchen area.
Sweep and mop the kitchen, including all storage areas.
Put away deliveries in their proper storage areas, label, and date.
Break down kitchen equipment (stoves, grills, and ovens) and clean thoroughly.
Clean the shelf above the dish sink.
Clean and maintain the dish machine.
Keep the dish racks clean at all times.
Clean and sanitize all storage areas for equipment (dish carriers, tray carriers, shelves…).
Wipe down walls around the dish sink and dishwasher.
Clean under and behind all equipment and dish sink.
Remove garbage from the kitchen as needed.
Sweep and mop the kitchen floor regularly.
Assist as needed in other areas outside of the dishwashing area.
Ensure the kitchen is tidy at all times and free of any possible hazards (water, oil, grease, etc.).
Ensure all facilities' storage areas and preparation areas are cleaned and maintained in accordance with DOH and RCS standards.
Assist the Food Service team in any areas as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma
3-5 years experience in a professional kitchen environment.
Must be able to carry up to 40 pounds.
Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, kneel, and reach to store/retrieve supplies.
Ability to lift, carry, and push supplies and boxes up to 40 pounds.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow directions in the English language.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students and community members.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Willing to maintain a current NYC DOH Food Protection Certificate.

Skills

Basic knowledge of cooking utensils and equipment, but not limited to: pots, pans, dishware, silverware, glassware, food slicing machine, knives, oven, grill/stove burners, microwave appliances, brazier, steam kettles.

Location

New York City

Work Type

Full-time
10-month position

Experience Level

3-5 years experience in a professional kitchen environment

Education Level

High school diploma

Salary/Compensations

$19 - $21 an hour

Benefits

Full benefit package available
Professional Development budget for conferences, skills training, and onsite training
Frankel Fellow grants ('passion grants') for enrichment activities
Stipends for coaching, affinity group facilitation, advising clubs, and chaperoning trips
Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending account
Defined Contribution retirement plan through TIAA with a 7% school contribution
Generous time-off policy

About the Company

Riverdale Country School is a Pre-K through grade 12 independent school in New York City committed to empowering lifelong learners by developing minds, building character, and creating community to change our world for the good.
Riverdale seeks to reflect the diversity of the New York metropolitan area in its students, faculty, and staff.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) is the foundational core of community-building that supports the school’s mission and empowers all community members to be their whole selves and thrive-- especially those who historically have been and continue to be marginalized because of their cultural, ethnic, racial, linguistic, national, gender, sexual, spiritual, or socioeconomic identities and their physical, mental, or emotional well-being.
Riverdale enrolls about 1,200 students who collectively reside in 117 different zip codes. Approximately 44% of our student body identify as students of color.
We seek to employ people who engage in all aspects of work with a student-centered approach, an open mind, passion, and a willingness to support the greater community.
At Riverdale, we recognize that the work of DEIB is iterative and requires a consistent commitment. Ideal candidates display that commitment in their work and/or in their approach to teaching and learning.

Equal Opportunity

Riverdale seeks to reflect the diversity of the New York metropolitan area in its students, faculty, and staff.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) is the foundational core of community-building that supports the school’s mission and empowers all community members to be their whole selves and thrive-- especially those who historically have been and continue to be marginalized because of their cultural, ethnic, racial, linguistic, national, gender, sexual, spiritual, or socioeconomic identities and their physical, mental, or emotional well-being.