Senior Center Kitchen Lead & Menu Planner

Milestones Area Agency on Aging; Keokuk (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Insurance

Life Insurance

IPERS Retirement

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Personal Day

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Milestones Area Agency on Aging is seeking a responsible Central Kitchen Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure meals are prepared and served safely, and maintain high quality standards for palatable, appealing food.

You will supervise kitchen staff and volunteers, coordinate with Nutrition Area Coordinator on budgeting and portion control, manage inventory, records, and paper work, and participate in planning special meals and community nutrition activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of food purchasing, preparation, and planning for large quantities.
• Must have basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Strong supervisory skills.
• Positive service orientation toward the elderly.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and accurate records.
• Ability to calculate menu quantities and food costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the kitchen operation to ensure timely meals and quality.
• Supervise kitchen staff and volunteers in licensed food service practices and health regulations.
• Coordinate with Nutrition Area Coordinator on food budget, recipes, and portion control.
• Ensure labor hours align with Milestones AAA staffing plans.
• Plan and purchase food as needed with approval.
• Maintain inventory and records of food used and received.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly paperwork accurately and timely.
• Ensure sanitation and safety of equipment and work area.
• Promote Senior Centers within the service area and engage with staff and volunteers.
• Conduct nutrition education and health promotion activities at sites.
• Make home visits as needed and participate in monthly meetings.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Food purchasing knowledge

Following instructions

Service to elderly

Confidentiality

Record keeping

Food cost calculation

Sanitation and safety

Teamwork

Physical ability (lift 30 lbs)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Milestones Area Agency on Aging is seeking a responsible Central Kitchen Supervisor to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensure meals are prepared and served safely, and maintain high quality standards for palatable, appealing food.

You will supervise kitchen staff and volunteers, coordinate with Nutrition Area Coordinator on budgeting and portion control, manage inventory, records, and paper work, and participate in planning special meals and community nutrition activities.