Kitchen Operations Lead - Shelter & Meals Coordination

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a Kitchen Assistant Coordinator to supervise the cleanliness, safety, and operation of the kitchen and equipment, coordinate with shelter staff, and oversee meal preparation. This role also schedules kitchen staff, orders food and supplies, and contributes to monthly menus.

The candidate will develop monthly menus, report statistics for contracts or grants, and ensure compliance with PPE and COVID-19 protocols within the kitchen team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic cooking, preparation and serving nutritious meals to shelter clients.

Responsibilities

• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings if needed.
• Review all kitchen equipment daily for cleanliness and condition; maintain equipment and report problems.
• Help to prepare the emergency canteen for food services in the county.
• Coordinate with other departments to pick up donations from Food Bank or donors.
• Supervise, train, and assist kitchen employees in their duties.
• Establish scheduled maintenance programs for kitchen equipment with Corps Officers approval.
• Report safety and security deficiencies to Kitchen Manager and Corps Officers.
• Oversee and supervise all kitchen staff and their duties.
• Adhere to Shelter PPE policies and COVID-19 protocols for kitchen staff and volunteers.

Skills

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Supervisory experience

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Nutrition/meal prep basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a Kitchen Assistant Coordinator to supervise the cleanliness, safety, and operation of the kitchen and equipment, coordinate with shelter staff, and oversee meal preparation. This role also schedules kitchen staff, orders food and supplies, and contributes to monthly menus.

The candidate will develop monthly menus, report statistics for contracts or grants, and ensure compliance with PPE and COVID-19 protocols within the kitchen team.