Community Kitchen Lead: Meals Wellness and Skills

Project HOME; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Project HOME in Philadelphia seeks a Kitchen Coordinator to oversee daily kitchen operations, plan balanced meals, and support residents in building independent living skills through cooking. You will manage inventory, coordinate with vendors, and ensure safe, compliant food service in a supportive environment.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, 3+ years cooking for large groups, SERVSafe Managerial Certification, and budget management. A PA driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of cooking for large groups or in an institutional setting.
• SERVSafe Managerial Certification required.
• Knowledge of balanced menu planning to meet nutritional standards.
• Experience managing a budget
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare balanced meals, serving 21 weekly meals plus snacks, and coordinate resident events with the site team.
• Meet with residents to tailor menus to dietary needs (vegetarian, diabetic, low sodium, renal).
• Ensure health and safety compliance, including ServSafe, and manage corrective actions from inspections across kitchens.
• Order and maintain inventory of food and kitchen supplies within the annual budget; document purchases; communicate with Program Manager and vendors for quality and cost control.
• Assist residents in gaining advanced kitchen skills through hands-on supervision.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Menu planning

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Project HOME in Philadelphia seeks a Kitchen Coordinator to oversee daily kitchen operations, plan balanced meals, and support residents in building independent living skills through cooking. You will manage inventory, coordinate with vendors, and ensure safe, compliant food service in a supportive environment.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, 3+ years cooking for large groups, SERVSafe Managerial Certification, and budget management. A PA driver's license is required.