Lead Shelter Kitchen Manager

Mercy House; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy House in Corona, CA is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations at Harrison Hope Shelter, serving up to 150 guests with three nutritious meals daily. You will manage menu planning, ordering, scheduling, and inventory, while coordinating with staff and volunteers to maintain high standards of safety and service.

The role requires strong leadership, food safety knowledge, and the ability to manage records for health inspections in a busy shelter environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of kitchen experience.
• At least 2 years of management experience.
• Safe Serve Manager Certification.
• Extensive knowledge of kitchen health, safety regulations

Responsibilities

• Plan monthly menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, seven days per week.
• Oversee daily production of meals for up to 150 guests.
• Order food weekly to maintain inventory.
• Train staff and volunteers on health department regulations.
• Document and maintain records of food safety training.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety protocols; ensure compliance with US FDA guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

Safe Serve Manager Certification

Job description

Mercy House in Corona, CA is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee daily kitchen operations at Harrison Hope Shelter, serving up to 150 guests with three nutritious meals daily. You will manage menu planning, ordering, scheduling, and inventory, while coordinating with staff and volunteers to maintain high standards of safety and service.

The role requires strong leadership, food safety knowledge, and the ability to manage records for health inspections in a busy shelter environment.