Kitchen Operations Lead - Meals, Safety & Scheduling

The Salvation Army Southern California; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Kitchen Assistant Coordinator to supervise the kitchen's cleanliness, safety, and operation, while managing daily staff schedules and regular food and supply orders.

You will coordinate with shelter staff to plan meals, develop monthly menus, and report statistics for contracts or grants related to kitchen expenses and meals served. PPE and COVID-19 protocols apply for staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic cooking skills to prepare nutritious meals for shelter clients.
• At least two years of experience leading and operating a commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• Review kitchen equipment daily for cleanliness and condition; notify Kitchen Manager of issues and coordinate repairs.
• Help prepare the emergency canteen for food services in the county.
• Coordinate with Food Bank or donors to pick up donations.
• Supervise, train, and assist kitchen employees in duties.
• Establish scheduled maintenance programs for kitchen equipment with approvals as needed.
• Report safety and security deficiencies to Kitchen Manager and Corps Officers.
• Oversee all kitchen staff and duties.
• Adhere to Shelter PPE policies and COVID-19 protocol for staff and volunteers.

Skills

Cooking basics

Organized

English proficiency

Supervisory skills

Time management

Motivated

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Kitchen Assistant Coordinator to supervise the kitchen's cleanliness, safety, and operation, while managing daily staff schedules and regular food and supply orders.

You will coordinate with shelter staff to plan meals, develop monthly menus, and report statistics for contracts or grants related to kitchen expenses and meals served. PPE and COVID-19 protocols apply for staff and volunteers.