Part-Time Soup Kitchen Coordinator, Catholic Charities

Diocese of Allentown; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Diocese of Allentown is seeking a Soup Kitchen Coordinator for Catholic Charities Community Café in Allentown. This part-time, non-exempt role oversees food preparation, donations, and daily kitchen operations to provide nutritious meals to those in need.

The ideal candidate has prior food service experience, teamwork and strong communication skills, and is proficient with Microsoft Office. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; weekend work and clearances are required.

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and prioritize tasks is required.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Bilingual fluency (English and Spanish) preferred.
• Experience working with and recruiting volunteers is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate food donations, purchases and supplies.
• Plan and/or assist in preparing, cooking, and serving nutritious meals using donated and purchased food supplies and following the portion and meal plan established by Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown.
• Supervise daily maintenance of the Kitchen and work collaboratively with host parish; communicate building maintenance issues to Catholic Charities Administrative Office.
• Input data that will be utilized to generate monthly, quarterly & annual reports, records and forms required by grantors or agency policy.
• Supervise volunteers with the meal preparation, service of the meals, and clean up.
• Coordinate programming needs and schedules to ensure positive and appropriate interaction between participants and Kitchen volunteers.
• Must work weekends (Saturday's and some holidays)
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards (including SERV Safe requirements).
• Maintain temperature logs, meal counts, and required documentation.
• Oversee maintenance, cleanliness, and organization of the kitchen and storage areas as well food inventory, ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution.
• Support holistic service connections, referring clients to additional Catholic Charities programs when appropriate

Skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Communication

MS Office

Bilingual English/Spanish

Volunteer management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN

Catholic Charities, Allentown

Position Description

Position: Soup Kitchen Coordinator

FLSA: Non -Exempt /Part-Time (25 hours/week)

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Worksite: Catholic Charities Community Café, 501 Ridge Road, Allentown, PA

Reports to: Regional Community Food Services Coordinator

Job Function: At Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown, we believe in nourishing our neighbors-not only with food but with compassion, dignity, and respect. We are seeking a Soup Kitchen Coordinator to serve the community through the "Community Café." This position is ideal for a hands-on leader passionate about food service, teamwork, and community impact. You will oversee food preparation, food donations, and manage daily operations to provide nutritional meals in service to those in need.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate food donations, purchases and supplies.
• Plan and/or assist in preparing, cooking, and serving nutritious meals using donated and purchased food supplies and following the portion and meal plan established by Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown.
• Supervise daily maintenance of the Kitchen and work collaboratively with host parish; communicate building maintenance issues to Catholic Charities Administrative Office.
• Input data that will be utilized to generate monthly, quarterly & annual reports, records and forms required by grantors or agency policy.
• Supervise volunteers with the meal preparation, service of the meals, and clean up.
• Coordinate programming needs and schedules to ensure positive and appropriate interaction between participants and Kitchen volunteers.
• Must work weekends (Saturday's and some holidays)
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards (including SERV Safe requirements).
• Maintain temperature logs, meal counts, and required documentation.
• Oversee maintenance, cleanliness, and organization of the kitchen and storage areas as well food inventory, ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution.
• Support holistic service connections, referring clients to additional Catholic Charities programs when appropriate

Additional Conditions of Employment:

Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Qualifications:

• Previous food service experience is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and prioritize tasks is required.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Bilingual fluency (English and Spanish) preferred.
• Experience working with and recruiting volunteers is helpful.

Requirements: Clearances & Trainings

• Prior to start date, all Safe Environment Clearances must be received and reviewed, including FBI fingerprints, Pennsylvania State Police and Pennsylvania Department of Health and Human Services clearances. All clearances must be renewed in accordance with Diocese of Allentown and/or Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for duration of employment.
• Prior to start date, completion of Mandated Reporter Training (MRT) and every 5 years thereafter or when required by agency, Diocese of Allentown, and/or Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Prior to start date, completion of Protecting God's Children Training (PGC) and monthly online bulletins, as well as any recertification, for the duration of employment.
• SERV Safe Certification (within 60 days of start)
• Any additional requirements implemented by the Diocese of Allentown, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, or specific grantors, for the duration of employment.

Physical Demands:

• Notwithstanding applicable ADA accommodations, while performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to: sit; walk and stand; speak or hear, both in person and by telephone. Use of hands to operate standard office equipment; with occasional reaching and lifting up to 20 pounds is required.
• Employee is required to be able to drive his/her vehicle to other Catholic Charities or Diocese of Allentown locations; the ability to drive to those locations safely is required, unless exceptions are explicitly recommended by the Managing Director, or in keeping with ADA requirements.

Working Conditions:

• Food/ kitchen setting.
• Must be willing/able to drive anywhere within the 5 counties of the Diocese of Allentown.
• Must be willing/able to travel to conferences, trainings, etc. as required.
• Must demonstrate respect and professionalism in all interactions with staff, clients, volunteers and donors.
• May be required to work evenings to accommodate agency functions and/ or donors' scheduling needs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume via iSolved or to the following:

Diocese of Allentown Attn: Catholic Charities- Paul Acampora

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