Shelter Kitchen Manager & Menu Planner

The-Salvation-Arm; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Modesto seeks a Kitchen Manager to oversee the cleanliness, safety, and mechanical operations of the kitchen and equipment. You will manage daily work schedules, order supplies, and coordinate with shelter staff on meals and repairs.

You will also develop monthly menus and report statistics for contracts and grants. The role requires strong supervisory experience in a commercial kitchen, ServSafe certification, and the ability to work with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• ServSafe food handling certificate or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Experience leading, supervising and operating a commercial kitchen (5+ years).
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings as needed.
• Review kitchen equipment daily for cleanliness and condition; maintain equipment in working order.
• Prepare emergency canteen for food services in the county.
• Coordinate with departments to pick up donations from Food Bank or donors.
• Supervise, train and assist kitchen staff in duties.
• Establish scheduled maintenance programs for kitchen equipment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ServSafe food handling certification

Driver's License

5 years leading kitchen operations

Job description

The Salvation Army in Modesto seeks a Kitchen Manager to oversee the cleanliness, safety, and mechanical operations of the kitchen and equipment. You will manage daily work schedules, order supplies, and coordinate with shelter staff on meals and repairs.

You will also develop monthly menus and report statistics for contracts and grants. The role requires strong supervisory experience in a commercial kitchen, ServSafe certification, and the ability to work with diverse populations.