Weekend Kitchen Lead for Community Meal Service

Particular Council of St. Vincent de Paul of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Vincent de Paul of Baton Rouge is seeking a dependable Weekend Kitchen Supervisor to lead weekend kitchen and dining-room operations. This part-time role runs Saturdays and Sundays, 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., with hours subject to change based on needs.

Reporting to the Director of Food Services, you will guide staff and volunteers, support meal production and service, maintain a safe, clean environment, and uphold the organization's mission with dignity and compassion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least two years in food service or related field.
• At least one year of supervisory/management experience.
• Experience with donated food or nonprofit food-service preferred.
• ServSafe Manager Certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days.
• Valid Louisiana driver’s license.
• Adaptable to changing volunteer attendance and operations.
• Collaborative communicator with staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee weekend kitchen and dining-room operations for safe, efficient meal service.
• Coordinate daily meal preparation, production, and service activities.
• Direct staff and volunteers during weekend shifts.
• Ensure food handling, storage, and serving meet safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and dining area.
• Address staffing, volunteer, equipment, or supply challenges as needed.
• Create a welcoming, respectful dining experience for neighbors served.
• Work with the Director of Food Services to maintain quality and compliance.
• Utilize donated food efficiently while minimizing waste.
• Foster a positive, mission-centered environment.

Skills

Dependable

Organized

Calm under pressure

Leadership

Supervisory experience

ServSafe Manager Certification

Donated food experience

Driver's license

Problem-solving

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary / food-service education

Management education

Job description

St. Vincent de Paul of Baton Rouge is seeking a dependable Weekend Kitchen Supervisor to lead weekend kitchen and dining-room operations. This part-time role runs Saturdays and Sundays, 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., with hours subject to change based on needs.

Reporting to the Director of Food Services, you will guide staff and volunteers, support meal production and service, maintain a safe, clean environment, and uphold the organization's mission with dignity and compassion.