Kitchen Supervisor

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization in California seeks a full-time Kitchen Supervisor to manage kitchen operations, including meal preparation and supervision of staff. The ideal candidate will have a background in institutional cooking and demonstrate strong management skills. Responsibilities include training kitchen personnel, maintaining equipment, and ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are upheld. A graduate of an accredited food service program and a valid California driver's license are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience in institutional cooking with management responsibilities.
• Must hold a valid California driver's license and be able to show proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Schedule kitchen workload for timely meal preparation and clean-up.
• Train and supervise kitchen personnel on cooking techniques and food safety.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in good working condition.

Skills

Institutional cooking

Management responsibilities

Food safety

Time management

Education

Graduate of an accredited food service program

Job description

Job Title: KITCHEN SUPERVISOR

Department: PROGRAM

Status: FULL-TIME

Immediate Supervisor: CENTER ADMINISTRATOR

General Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited food service program.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in institutional cooking with management responsibilities.
• Must hold valid California drivers license and be able to show proof of insurance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in an environment of extreme heat.
• Ability to see and make visual inspections and to read, interpret and follow recipes.
• Ability to smell and taste to determine freshness and proper seasoning.
• Ability to perform various repetitive motion tasks
• Able to operate a motor vehicle

Essential Job Duties

1. Schedule kitchen workload to allow for timely meal preparation, serving and clean- up.
2. Train and supervise kitchen personnel, including beneficiaries on proper cooking techniques in the preparation of meals.
3. Train and supervise kitchen personnel, including beneficiaries, on food safety, work safety and kitchen sanitation. Assure that proper kitchen sanitation standards are maintained.
4. Assure that kitchen equipment is maintained in good working condition, scheduling preventative maintenance repairs and emergency repairs as needed.
5. Perform bi-weekly inventory of all unused items and rotate stock to ensure freshness.
6. Order food consistent with nutritional considerations and within budget restrictions.
7. Develops and maintains vendor relations with multiple suppliers including the local Food Bank.
8. Responsible for petty cash bank used for weekly food purchases. Follow approved Accounting procedures for reimbursement of bank.
9. Work with the Center Administrator for menu planning and for special events.
10. Assist with the cooking and service as needed.
11. Consult with professional staff as necessary concerning beneficiary services.
12. Keep Resident Manager and/or Center Administrator informed as to manpower needs.
13. Assure that established personnel policies and directives (smoking regulation, lunch break times, Etc.) are followed by all assigned personnel (beneficiaries and employees) and the disciplinary measures are taken when necessary.
14. Assure that safety measures are established and maintained consistently according to TSA Policy and governmental regulations.
15. Maintain confidentiality as needed and required for operation of program.
16. Overtime: Any and all overtime must have the written approval of Center Administrator.
17. Other duties as may be assigned by the Administrator or designate.

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