Kitchen Manager | Shelter Dining & Culinary Training Lead

Mercy House; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy House in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations at the Brundage Lane Navigation Center. The role will plan menus, supervise meal production for up to 150 guests, manage inventory, and schedule shifts for kitchen staff and volunteers.

You will also lead the Culinary Training Program, teaching guests job skills and coordinating with donors and staff to ensure safe food handling and compliance with health regulations. This is a day-shift, full-time position.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of kitchen experience.
• At least 2 years of management experience.
• Safe Serve Manager Certification.
• Extensive knowledge of kitchen health, safety regulations, and culinary management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all menus on a monthly basis for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, seven days per week.
• Oversee daily production of meals for the Brundage Lane Navigation Center.
• Order food on a weekly basis to maintain inventory of food and supplies.
• Collaborate with Development Staff to build relationships with food and supply donors.
• Coordinate and receive donated food and kitchen supplies.
• Store all food products in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Implement and document process around receiving and storing food safely for use in the kitchen.
• Set protocols for guests to have access to meals, snacks, and drink items within FDA guidelines.
• Coordinate with staff to identify and meet special dietary needs of guests.
• Maintain maintenance and cleaning schedule of all kitchen equipment and health inspections documentation.
• Ensure kitchen is clean and organized.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food safety

Education

3+ years kitchen experience

2+ years management experience

Safe Serve Manager Certification

Health and safety knowledge

Job description

Mercy House in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily operations at the Brundage Lane Navigation Center. The role will plan menus, supervise meal production for up to 150 guests, manage inventory, and schedule shifts for kitchen staff and volunteers.

You will also lead the Culinary Training Program, teaching guests job skills and coordinating with donors and staff to ensure safe food handling and compliance with health regulations. This is a day-shift, full-time position.