Join Our Team as a Porter/Kitchen Aide!
Are you passionate about supporting the senior and elderly population, and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated part time Porter/Kitchen Aide to work temporarily with our North Merrick Senior Community Service Center until November of 2026.
- Wage: $19.83 per hour
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Schedule: 20 Hours - 9am to 1pm
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Location: 1260 Meadowbrook Road in Merrick NY 11566
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Duration: This role is temporary until November 2026
Primary Purpose of Job:
The Kitchen Aide is responsible for the preparation, serving of food, and maintenance of the kitchen & equipment.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
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Receive, check and store food and supplies.
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Record food temperatures each day and ensure compliance with the Nassau County Office for the Aging regulations.
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Heat food to mandated serving temperatures and maintain appropriate cold food temperatures.
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Prepare and serve food per Nassau County Department of Health food safety regulations.
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Adhere to all sanitary procedures and safety measures, including the wearing of hairnets, plastic gloves and aprons.
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Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen and serving equipment.
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Wash all serving equipment, trays, utensils, pots, pans, etc.
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Sweep and mop kitchen and dining area floors daily
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Wipe clean tables daily
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Maintain the Senior Center in an attractive, clean condition. Clean kitchen, dining area, bathroom and other common spaces daily.
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Removal of garbage on a daily basis.
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Assists in maintaining inventory of cleaning and bathroom supplies.
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Thoroughly clean all bathrooms, toilets, sinks, and mop the floors. Ensure there are ample supplies in all bathrooms, toilet tissue, paper towels, hand soap, etc.
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Vacuum and remove garbage from all offices.
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Notify Center Manager of broken equipment or any issues on the property that require the attention of the building/landlord.
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Perform all other relevant duties as assigned by Supervision and EAC Network Administration.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:
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High School Diploma or educational equivalent required.
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Certification of Food Service Managers Training from Nassau County Department of Health, or able to pass test upon hire
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Minimum of one-year prior food service experience required.
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Ability to communicate with and understand the needs of the elderly.
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Able to lift heavy kitchen pans & trays as required by the job.
