Kitchen Supervisor: Lead & Train in a Mission-Driven Role

Grkroccenter; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Davenport, IA is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations and work therapy training. You will supervise staff, plan nutritious menus within budget, order supplies, and ensure safe, compliant food service.

Experience in institutional cooking and food safety certification are preferred. This role requires leadership, teaching ability, and a willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching abilities

Menu planning

Budget management

Basic math

Problem solving

Education

Food service program graduate

Job description

The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Davenport, IA is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations and work therapy training. You will supervise staff, plan nutritious menus within budget, order supplies, and ensure safe, compliant food service.

Experience in institutional cooking and food safety certification are preferred. This role requires leadership, teaching ability, and a willingness to work evenings and weekends.