Cook/Kitchen Manager

Camp Verde Senior Center; Camp Verde (AZ); Vor Ort; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Arizona Culinary in Camp Verde, AZ, is seeking a dependable Cook/Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen operations and prepare nutritious, delicious meals for members and guests. This full-time, hourly role supports Center life and collaborates with the Center Director.

You will develop monthly menus, manage food purchasing within budget, maintain inventory and safety standards, and supervise volunteers to ensure a clean, organized, welcoming dining experience for our senior community.

Qualifikationen

• Previous commercial cooking or kitchen management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Current Food Handler certification or ability to obtain one.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Friendly, professional attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with volunteers or senior populations is an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and serve daily lunches for approximately 30–50 guests.
• Develop monthly menus for Director approval.
• Plan and manage food purchasing within established budgets.
• Maintain accurate inventory and food storage records.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen.
• Coordinate effectively and respectfully with kitchen volunteers.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion consistency.
• Manage daily kitchen operations efficiently.
• Work collaboratively with the Center Director to implement operational improvements.

Kenntnisse

Food safety

Kitchen management

Menu planning

Budgeting

Inventory management

Volunteer coordination

Communication

Ausbildung

Food Handler certification

Jobbeschreibung

COOK / KITCHEN MANAGER

Camp Verde Senior CenterCamp Verde, Arizona

Position: Full-Time, Hourly

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM (up to 35 hours weekly)

Reports to: Center Director

About Us

Camp Verde Senior Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing people together through friendship, food, fun, and meaningful connections.

• CenterLife – Activities, friendships, and community engagement.
• The Shared Table – Delicious, affordable meals served in a welcoming environment.
• The Refindery – Our community thrift store supporting the Center’s mission.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable, experienced, and enthusiastic Cook/Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen operations and provide nutritious, delicious meals for our members and guests. The successful candidate will combine culinary skills with excellent organization, cleanliness, teamwork, and a genuine appreciation for serving our senior community.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve daily lunches for approximately 30–50 guests.
• Develop monthly menus for Director approval.
• Plan and manage food purchasing within established budgets.
• Maintain accurate inventory and food storage records.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen.
• Coordinate effectively and respectfully with kitchen volunteers.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion consistency.
• Manage daily kitchen operations efficiently.
• Work collaboratively with the Center Director to implement operational improvements.

Qualifications

• Previous commercial cooking or kitchen management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Current Food Handler certification or ability to obtain one.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Friendly, professional attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with volunteers or senior populations is an advantage.

What We’re Looking For

Someone who takes pride in preparing good food, maintaining high standards, and creating a welcoming dining experience. Reliability, flexibility, professionalism, and a positive attitude are essential.

Join Our Team!

A great meal matters. So does the person preparing it. Become part of a community organization where your work makes a meaningful difference every day.