Community Kitchen Manager & Nutrition Operations Lead

Wesley Community Center, Inc.; Arizona; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesley Community Center, Inc. seeks a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations of the community kitchen, ensuring safe, efficient preparation of nutritious meals for members, youth programs, and events.

You will manage purchasing, inventory, budgeting, sanitation, and regulatory compliance while supporting nutrition education and community outreach. The role involves coordinating meal services for after-school programs, summer initiatives, and fundraising activities, leading wellness

Qualifications

• Knowledge of commercial kitchen operations, safety and sanitation regulations.
• Ability to plan menus, manage nutrition guidelines within funding constraints.
• Experience in budgeting, purchasing, inventory, and cost controls.
• Strong leadership and ability to supervise staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring safe preparation, service, and storage of meals.
• Develop menus and meal programs aligned with nutrition guidelines and funding.
• Manage procurement, inventory, budgets, and vendor relationships with accurate records.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, OSHA, and health department requirements.
• Oversee kitchen equipment, maintenance, and sanitation procedures for safe operations.
• Coordinate meal services with after-school programs, events, and outreach activities.
• Lead nutrition education and wellness initiatives within the community.
• Build relationships with vendors, donors, and internal teams to support programs.

Skills

Commercial kitchen operations

Food safety regulations

Budgeting & inventory

Leadership

Communication

Vendor relations

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Wesley Community Center, Inc. seeks a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations of the community kitchen, ensuring safe, efficient preparation of nutritious meals for members, youth programs, and events.

You will manage purchasing, inventory, budgeting, sanitation, and regulatory compliance while supporting nutrition education and community outreach. The role involves coordinating meal services for after-school programs, summer initiatives, and fundraising activities, leading wellness