Assistant Kitchen Manager for Shelter Meals & Team Lead

Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry in Cleveland seeks an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily meal preparation, menu planning, and safe kitchen operations in a shelter environment.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with the Kitchen Manager, ensure SERV Safe standards, manage inventory, and collaborate with partners to serve nourishing meals to residents.

This role requires teamwork, effective communication, and commitment to serving vulnerable populations; hourly wage is $18.00.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• ServSafe certification or willingness to obtain within the first month of employment.
• Some experience with homeless, chemically dependent, or mentally disabled individuals is preferred.
• Excellent communication and crisis intervention skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support kitchen staff in daily food preparation and serving to meet nutritional standards and ServSafe guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and enforce sanitation practices for staff and residents.
• Assist in developing nutritious menus with the kitchen manager and dietitians, considering dietary restrictions.
• Manage receiving, sorting, and storage of food donations; monitor expiration dates and minimize waste.

Skills

Effective communication

Crisis intervention

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SERV Safe

Job description

Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry in Cleveland seeks an Assistant Kitchen Manager to support daily meal preparation, menu planning, and safe kitchen operations in a shelter environment.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with the Kitchen Manager, ensure SERV Safe standards, manage inventory, and collaborate with partners to serve nourishing meals to residents.

This role requires teamwork, effective communication, and commitment to serving vulnerable populations; hourly wage is $18.00.