Shelter Kitchen Manager: Lead Safe, Nutritious Meals

The Salvation Army Southern California; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Kitchen Manager responsible for the cleanliness, safety, and mechanical operations of the kitchen and equipment. The role includes creating monthly menus, organizing staff schedules, ordering food and supplies, coordinating with shelter staff for repairs and meals, and reporting meal statistics for contracts or grants.

You will supervise kitchen staff, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and work with other departments to secure

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• 18 years of age (required).
• ServSafe food handling certificate or ability to obtain within first 30 days (company provided).
• At least five years leading, supervising and operating a commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings if needed.
• Reviews all kitchen equipment daily for cleanliness and condition. Maintains all equipment in working order.
• Help to prep the emergency canteen for food services in the county.
• Coordinate with other departments to pick up donations from Food Bank or food donors.
• Supervise, train and assist kitchen employees in the function of their duties.
• Assist the Corps Officers in establishing scheduled maintenance programs for kitchen equipment.
• Report all safety and security deficiencies directly to Corps Officers.
• Oversee and supervise all kitchen staff and their duties.
• Oversee and approve kitchen staff time sheets and work schedules.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Organized and efficient

Supervisory skills

Accurate and timely

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

18 years of age

ServSafe certificate or ability to obtain within 30 days

5+ years leading/supervising commercial kitchen

Job description

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Kitchen Manager responsible for the cleanliness, safety, and mechanical operations of the kitchen and equipment. The role includes creating monthly menus, organizing staff schedules, ordering food and supplies, coordinating with shelter staff for repairs and meals, and reporting meal statistics for contracts or grants.

You will supervise kitchen staff, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and work with other departments to secure