Kitchen Supervisor/Chef

Grkroccenter; Indianapolis (IN); Sur place; USD 23 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, prescription drug, dental, &…

Employer-paid basic life and AD&D

Employer-paid basic long-term disabil…

Voluntary life, short-term disability,

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement savings plan

Employer-funded pension plan for elig.

Résumé du poste

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Kitchen Leader to oversee kitchen operations within our rehabilitation-focused program. You will mentor beneficiaries, supervise staff, and ensure timely, nutritious meals.

This role blends culinary leadership with work-therapy training, requires at least one year institutional cooking, and a food safety certification is preferred. The schedule is full-time with flexibility.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited food service program.
• Minimum one year institutional cooking experience.
• Food safety certification preferred.
• Experience training or mentoring others.

Responsabilités

• Supervise kitchen staff and assistant cook.
• Train and mentor beneficiaries in work therapy program.
• Schedule kitchen operations for meal service.
• Plan nutritious menus within budget constraints.
• Order food supplies and manage inventory.
• Conduct bi-weekly inventory of unused items.
• Maintain high standards of food quality.

Connaissances

Leadership

Teaching

Menu planning

Budget management

Inventory math

Problem solving

Formation

Food service program graduate

Description du poste

Location: Indianapolis, IN
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: 40 hours per week, Flexible scheduling required Sunday - Saturday, days, evenings, weekends
Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid basic long-term disability coverage
• Optional voluntary life, short-term disability, and enhanced long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employer-funded pension plan for eligible employees

About the Role

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. This role combines culinary leadership with rehabilitation support, overseeing both kitchen operations and work therapy training. You'll manage meal preparation while mentoring program beneficiaries, creating a supportive environment that promotes both nutritional well-being and skill development.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise kitchen staff and assistant cook
• Train and mentor beneficiaries in work therapy program
• Schedule kitchen operations for optimal meal service
• Create supportive learning environment for skill development
• Work alongside beneficiary staff when needed
• Plan nutritious menus within budget constraints
• Order food supplies and manage inventory
• Conduct bi-weekly inventory of unused items
• Ensure timely meal preparation and service
• Maintain high standards of food quality

Program Support

• Coordinate with rehabilitation staff regarding beneficiary services
• Support work therapy skill development
• Monitor staffing needs and communicate with management
• Maintain clean and safe kitchen environment
• Support The Salvation Army's mission

Administrative Duties

• Manage kitchen schedules and workflows
• Monitor budget and food costs
• Maintain inventory records
• Ensure compliance with health regulations
• Coordinate with program leadership

Why Join Us

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community
• On-the-job training
• Team-oriented environment
• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more!

Additional Information

What You Need

Required

Required Education & Experience

• Graduate of accredited food service program
• Minimum one year institutional cooking experience
• Food safety certification preferred
• Experience training or mentoring others

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and teaching abilities
• Menu planning and budget management
• Basic math skills for inventory and portions
• Problem-solving capabilities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Regular lifting of 10-25 pounds
• Manual dexterity for food preparation
• Close vision for detailed work
• Kitchen setting with moderate noise level
• Warm and humid conditions
• Fast-paced atmosphere
• Variable schedule as needed

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are returning to work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.