Community Kitchen & Volunteers Coordinator

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency seeks a Kitchen Coordinator to manage the program kitchen and daily meal distribution for the homeless population. You will collaborate with the agency and community partners to procure supplies, train volunteers, and maintain food safety standards.

The role requires strong planning, organization, and communication skills, with experience in coordinating with volunteers and social service networks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years related kitchen/volunteer coordination experience.
• Experience coordinating with volunteers and community partners.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily meal distribution for the program kitchen.
• Purchase supplies, manage inventory, and prepare reports.
• Schedule and train volunteers; maintain partner relationships.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and kitchen policies.
• Monitor operation of commercial kitchen equipment and temperatures.
• Maintain safety and a respectful environment for clients and staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Volunteer coordination

Planning and organization

Crisis de‑escalation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Videoconferencing

Web tools

Job description

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency seeks a Kitchen Coordinator to manage the program kitchen and daily meal distribution for the homeless population. You will collaborate with the agency and community partners to procure supplies, train volunteers, and maintain food safety standards.

The role requires strong planning, organization, and communication skills, with experience in coordinating with volunteers and social service networks.