Kitchen Coordinator - Center of Hope - Part-Time, 29 Hours/Week

Axess Family Services, Inc.; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Axess Family Services, Inc. is seeking a Kitchen Coordinator for Center of Hope. The role is part-time (29 hours/week) with an hourly rate of $14.00, schedule determined by the site with flexible evening/weekend hours.

You will coordinate daily hot meals, supervise volunteers, and support food pantry programs as needed. Responsibilities include meal preparation, inventory management, and ensuring sanitation compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with knowledge of food service procedures.
• Serve Safe certification or the ability to obtain it.
• Experience supervising volunteers and coordinating tasks.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License and ability to meet driving insurability requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work while standing for extended periods.
• Adherence to health, sanitation, and COA/state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily hot meals and supervise kitchen operations.
• Prepare and temp foods to required temperatures; record processes.
• Maintain daily meal sheets and assist with pantry programs as needed.
• Schedule and supervise volunteers; track hours and assign tasks.
• Manage inventory and submit weekly supply orders.
• Ensure facility cleanliness and sanitation per regulations.
• Greet donors and assist with donations as needed.

Skills

Commitment to quality

Organized

Problem solving

Volunteer coordination

Multi-tasking

Meal planning

Calm under pressure

Customer/donor interaction

Sanitation awareness

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Serve Safe certification

Job description

Description

Kitchen Coordinator

Center of Hope

Part-Time, 29 Hours/Week

$14.00/Hour

Schedule: Determined by site location; Flexibility for evening/weekends

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Responsible for coordinating and supervising the daily operations of the hot meals and assist with food pantry programs when necessary.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Preparation of daily hot meals, “temping” food to maximum temps, recording.
• 2. Responsible for daily meal sheets.
• 3. Assists with preparation of daily hot meals.
• 4. Works with and supports volunteer staff to accomplish daily tasks. Schedules volunteers as needed and tracks hours worked.
• 5. Maintains accurate inventory of food and supplies; submits supply order to Program Manager weekly, as needed.
• 6. Responsible for daily organization and cleanliness of facility, to include kitchen, appliances and dining area; monitors freezer/refrigerator temperatures; observes all sanitation procedures and regulations of the State of Ohio Health Department and the Area Agency on Aging.
• 7. Works cooperatively with program staff, volunteers and participants receiving services.
• 8. Greets donors; accepts and records donations, as needed.
• 9. Attends meetings and in-services as required.
• 10. Adheres to a flexible schedule to accommodate weekend/evening activities.
• 11. Complies with agency policies and procedures, COA regulations, federal and state requirements, and educational/certification/registry requirements.
• 12. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Commitment to quality.
• 2. Ability to keep program running in an organized manner.
• 3. Ability to problem solve, follow direction, organize and be self-motivated.
• 4. Ability to work with volunteers and relate to individuals from all socio-economic backgrounds.
• 5. Maintains a clean, neat appearance, positive attitude.
• 6. Respectful to volunteers, clients.
• 7. Ability to multi-task and respond appropriately and calmly to interruptions and emergencies.
• 8. Ability to be creative with meal planning.
• 9. Must have an up-to-date Serve Safe certification, or ability to obtain the appropriate certification.
• 10. Valid Ohio Driver’s License and ability to meet agency requirements for driving insurability.
• 11. Must be able to meet agency requirements for criminal back ground check (Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation).

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL/LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

High school graduate or equivalent. Knowledge of food service procedures; education in food services and health regulations, certification in food service handling and sanitation.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Supervisory skills required: ability to direct volunteers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to lift, carry and load objects weighing up to 40 lbs. Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods during the work day.