Housekeeping-FSW - NYC Staffing : Job Details

Institute for Community Living (ICL) is a non-profit organization servicing the NYC-Metro area. For over 35 years, we've provided life-saving care to New Yorkers in need that includes addiction assistance, mental health services, and housing support. We are currently seeking a full-time candidate for the role of Housekeeping-Food Service Worker to join our team. By ICL definition, under the direct supervision of the HK-FS Supervisor and/or the relief Supervisor, a Housekeeping-Food Service Worker (HK-FSW) is someone responsible for performing a variety of routine food and janitorial tasks that require medium physical effort, related to the work site: meal assembly, servicing, sanitation, cleaning, and safety.

Min. Role Requirements & Preferences:

• Available min. of 5 days between Monday to Sunday Shift: Hours TBD
• Location: New York, NY 10038
• EDU: GED/HSE or higher
• 2 years of food service, dietary, or restaurant experience preferably in a shelter setting
• NYS Food Handler License/Certificate training or 3 years of food service, dietary, or restaurant experience
• Proper attire at all times this includes work pants, boots, and outer/inner-wear with the ICL company logo (provided after training)

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolds
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, and stretch for long periods
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and simple written instructions
• Ability to follow rules and procedures regarding sanitation and cleanliness
• Knowledge of sanitation products, standards, and equipment cleaning and usage
• Ability to work in a setting with individuals with mental illness and/or behavioral disorders
• Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor, including lifting objects weighing up to 25+ lbs
• Strong communication, interpersonal, writing, and conveying skills bi-lingual is a plus but not mandatory

Housekeeping Tasks:

• Set up equipment in all assigned areas: conference, dining rooms, etc.
• Move furniture and equipment in connection with cleaning and care functions
• Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to dust and polish metal lights and fixtures
• Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to shampoo, steam, clean, and change curtains, carpets, and drapes
• Using appropriate safety equipment such as rolling ladders and safety scaffolds to clean ceiling fans at high places
• Using manual and/or mechanical equipment and detergents to scrub and clean all bathroom areas: sinks, urinals, toilets, etc.
• Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to remove hazardous articles that may be on floors, furniture, and equipment and place them in designated receptacles or appropriate location
• Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to wash, strip, steam, vacuum, polish, and wax wooden or tile floors, corridors, stairwells, walls, partitions, windows, furniture, etc. for all areas
• Upkeep an overall attractive and sanitary environment

Foodservice Tasks:

• Clean areas for the receipt, storage, and preparation of food
• Receive and store deliveries in appropriate storage areas
• Bring food and other supplies to preparation and serving areas
• Clean fruits, vegetables, and potatoes in preparation for cooking
• Sterilize food sample jars in preparation for serving
• Simple stove grill-type cooking as needed: hamburgers, eggs, etc.
• Prepare snacks, toast, coffee, tea, salads, etc. as needed
• Ensure residents on special diets receive proper modified food and portions
• Set and wait on tables/residents
• Record the number of meals served and monitor temperatures of food
• Pick up meal trays after meal period; return trays to the kitchen; strip tray waste into garbage cans
• Wash reusable pots, pans, dishes, and other utensils by hand and/or machine
• Take inventory of supplies and requisition and store stock items appropriately to maintain cleanliness and prevent food spoilage
• Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to clean floors, ceilings, walls, windows, etc. in general kitchen and dining areas: storage, loading dock, garbage cans, and food prep

Misc. Tasks:

• Using manual and/or mechanical equipment to pressure wash appliances and other equipment using a variety of cleaning substances
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned in an organized and detail-oriented manner

ICL Benefits:

• PAID Orientation and Training
• Choice of full and/or partial Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits (spousal and child coverage available too)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending
• Mental Health Services and Providers
• Educational & Parental Leave
• Tuition & Work-Life Assistance
• Commuter Benefits Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Matching 403B (non-profit)
• Payroll Benefits: Corporate Fitness Account / NYS College Savings Program / Etc.
• Discounts on select ticketed purchases provided by Plum Benefits
• And many more

Equal Opportunity Employer