Join Us for an In-Person Interview Event – Friday, August 7, 2026

JASA is hosting an In-Person Interview Event for our Full-Time Food Service Technician position at our Williamsburg Older Adult Center, and we'd love to meet you!

As a Food Service Technician, you’ll play an essential role in supporting JASA’s mission by helping prepare, package, and serve nutritious meals for older adults participating in our programs. Your work helps ensure participants receive quality meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment while supporting the daily operations of the center.

The Food Service Technician is responsible for assisting with meal preparation and service, maintaining food storage and inventory areas, following food safety and sanitation requirements, operating kitchen equipment, and supporting the overall cleanliness and organization of the Williamsburg Older Adult Center.

Apply Today!

Qualified applicants whose experience meets our requirements will be contacted to schedule an interview during our hiring event on Friday, August 7, 2026.

Schedule

Shift Schedule:
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Hours Per Week:
35 Hours

🌟 Why You’ll Love Working at JASA

JASA is one of NYC’s largest and most trusted nonprofit organizations serving older adults. Our Older Adult Centers provide opportunities for older adults to stay active, engaged, and connected through nutritious meals, social activities, and supportive services.

As a Food Service Technician at the Williamsburg Older Adult Center, you’ll make a meaningful impact every day by helping provide essential meal services that support the health, independence, and well-being of older adults in the community.

Top Reasons to Join Us

Make a Meaningful Impact

• Help provide nutritious meals that support the health and independence of older adults.
• Create a welcoming dining experience for center participants.
• Support programs that help older adults remain active and connected.

Consistent Schedule & Meaningful Work

• Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday schedule.
• Support daily meal service operations at a community-based older adult center.
• Participate in emergency response operations and special program needs when required.

Food Service Experience

• Gain hands-on experience in meal preparation, food packaging, and meal service.
• Follow food safety practices and maintain a clean food service environment.
• Support kitchen operations that directly impact the older adults we serve.

Mission-Driven Team

• Collaborate with program staff, kitchen staff, volunteers, and center participants.
• Join a team committed to compassion, teamwork, accountability, and respect.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Food Service Technician, you’ll support the daily meal service operations at the Williamsburg Older Adult Center by assisting with food preparation, meal distribution, inventory management, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Meal Preparation & Service

• Clean and prepare fresh food items for cooking and service.
• Assist with meal preparation activities.
• Package prepared meals for participant service.
• Serve Congregate and/or Grab-and-Go meals to program participants.
• Follow food handling, sanitation, and safety requirements.
• Maintain proper food preparation procedures to ensure participant safety.

Food Storage & Inventory

• Receive, unpack, and properly store food deliveries and supplies.
• Refrigerate food items promptly upon delivery.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary food storage areas.
• Assist with monitoring and managing food inventory.
• Ensure food and supplies are stored properly according to program procedures.

Kitchen & Site Support

• Clean kitchen, dining room, and bathroom areas as needed, particularly in the absence of maintenance staff.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Operate kitchen utensils and equipment, including mechanical kitchen equipment such as meat slicers.
• Assist with organizing supplies and maintaining program areas.
• Support volunteers and assist with related activities when needed.

Program & Emergency Operations Support

• Participate in Cooling Center Hours, Make-Up Days, and other emergency operations as required by City funders.
• Assist with special program activities and operational needs.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What You’ll Need

Education

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.

Experience

• Previous food service, kitchen, meal preparation, or related experience preferred.
• Experience working in a community, senior services, healthcare, or institutional food service setting preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to learn program-specific software.
• Ability to safely operate kitchen tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, and older adults.
• Dependable, reliable, and team-oriented.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with food preparation, cleaning, and meal service.
• Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment.

Availability Requirements

• Must be available to work extended hours or weekends during emergency operations, special events, or program needs as required.

Licenses & Certifications

• New hires must obtain a Food Handler’s License within the first six months of employment if not already certified.

Benefits at a Glance

JASA offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement Savings

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Pension Plan

Generous Time Off

• Paid Vacation Time
• Holidays and Floating Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Professional Development

• Training and continuing education opportunities
• Career growth within the organization

Employee Recognition

• Employee recognition programs celebrating employee contributions

Equal Employment Opportunity

JASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.