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Food Program Assistant Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

Program Assistant

Yonkers, NY · On-site

$38K - $49K/yr

Assists with planning and purchasing of food for meals. Prepares, cooks, serves meals. Clean up ... Follow motor vehicle regulations to ensure safety of consumers. * Assist consumers on and off ...

Lenox Hill Neighborhood House Program Assistant-Per Diem Per Diem Clerical New York, NY, US 30 ... and food and nutrition programs, our talented, multi-disciplinary team which includes social ...

Lenox Hill Neighborhood House Program Assistant-Per Diem (Overnight, Evening and Day Schedules ... and food and nutrition programs, our talented, multi-disciplinary team which includes social ...

Program Assistant - SW

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50K - $52K/yr

We have a Program Assistant opening on our Social Welfare Allocations team that will give you the ... and food. Responsibilities: * You are the first level of review of quarterly reports, ensuring ...

Day Hab Program Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... consumer food products. Position Overview: Jewish Union Foundation is seeking a motivated ... Responsibilities include: * Assist in the day-to-day functioning of a Day Habilitation Program ...

Day Hab Program Assistant

New York, NY

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... consumer food products. Position Overview: Jewish Union Foundation is seeking a motivated ... Responsibilities include: * Assist in the day-to-day functioning of a Day Habilitation Program ...

Day Hab Program Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... consumer food products. Position Overview: Jewish Union Foundation is seeking a motivated ... Responsibilities include: * Assist in the day-to-day functioning of a Day Habilitation Program ...

Day Hab Program Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... consumer food products. Position Overview: Jewish Union Foundation is seeking a motivated ... Responsibilities include: * Assist in the day-to-day functioning of a Day Habilitation Program ...

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Food Program Assistant information

What is the difference between Food Program Assistant vs Food Service Worker?

AspectFood Program AssistantFood Service Worker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require food safety certificationHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, government programs, community centersRestaurants, cafeterias, catering services
Employer & IndustryPublic health agencies, community programsFood service industry, hospitality
Job FocusAssisting with food program administration, client support, and compliancePreparing, serving, and cleaning up food in a service setting

While both roles involve working with food, the Food Program Assistant primarily supports food assistance programs and administrative tasks, whereas the Food Service Worker focuses on food preparation and service in a direct customer-facing environment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Food Program jobs in New York?

The most popular types of Food Program jobs in New York are:

What cities in New York are hiring for Food Program Assistant jobs?

Cities in New York with the most Food Program Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Food Program Assistant job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 17% Full Time, 50% Part Time, and 33% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Program Assistant

Jawonio

Yonkers, NY • On-site

$38K - $49K/yr

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Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

DROP IN AIDE/DRIVER - YONKERS, NY.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Plans, in conjunction with coordinator, social and recreational activities for participants.
  • Maintains physical setting, including cleaning counters, floors, straightening area, keeping it hazard free, etc.
  • Assists with planning and purchasing of food for meals. Prepares, cooks, serves meals. Clean up kitchen area after meal time.
  • Engages in social activities with participants, helps announce special events such as BINGO and movies.
  • Models appropriate behavior, ethical practice and demonstrates compassion for participants on ongoing basis. Responds to needs of participants by being an attentive listener, portraying empathy to individual.
  • Monitors and organizes activities which are appropriate to the participants, setting, etc. Participates in community based events and activities as needed.
  • Operate van or bus 14 passenger as specified by route sheets and agency procedures. Follow motor vehicle regulations to ensure safety of consumers.
  • Assist consumers on and off agency vehicles, as determined by individual needs of consumer and as prescribed by agency policy.
  • Ensure vehicles are clean and safe. Fuel vehicles. Remove trash. Clean spills, etc. Immediately report any malfunctions or possible safety hazards to the Transportation Coordinator.
  • Perform safety checks of vehicles as prescribed by agency policy. Document results in maintenance logs.
  • Perform other duties as required.
  • Maintains safe, orderly work area and work practices
  • Performs other duties as required
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  • GED/High school diploma or equivalent
  • A valid NY State Driver's License and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
  • Ability to drive a 14 passenger van.
  • Willingness to prepare light meals for members and facilitating recreational and social activities at each Drop-In Center site, respectively.
  • Ability research and plan appropriate activities for adults with mental health diagnosis.

Ability to work in Yonkers from 12pm to 6pm, Tuesday to Friday.