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Food Handler

Services for the Underserved
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/14/2025 CLOSED ON 6/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Handler position at Services for the Underserved?

Min

USD $17.00/Hr.

Max

USD $20.67/Hr.

Position Overview

S:US is seeking a Food Handler for their adullt single women's shelter in Manhattan.

 

This position is located at W. 135th Street, New York, NY 10030

 

SCOPE OF ROLE:

 

The Food Handler will assist in the management and monitoring of all aspects of the development of a nutritious daily menu and meal preparation.  He/she will prepare low-fat, salt-free, vegetarian and soft meal options to meet special dietary and medically prescribed needs of residents. The Cook will assist in managing and performing food and equipment ordering and inventory. The ideal candidate should have experience in the safe and sanitary handling and storage of all food items in accordance with New York State and New York City Department of Health regulations. He/she will be responsible for the general supervision of kitchen area, including overall cleanliness, maintenance of equipment, utensils, and supplies, and the ability to provide instruction to inexperienced trainees. Evening and Weekend Hours may be required.

 

 

Job Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Training in food skills and at least two (2) years’ experience in food service for an institution (e.g., hospital, hotel, etc.)

Benefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays’

 

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others.  We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values:  respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. 

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at MyMedicalLeave@sus.org.

ID

2025-17300

Salary : $17 - $21

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