SUMMARY:

Responsible for the oversight of daily kitchen operations and food programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Orientation, supervision, training, scheduling, and delegation of assignments to volunteers.
• Maintain sanitary conditions in accordance with State of CT Public Health regulations.
• Obtain and maintain appropriate city and state food licenses.
• Maintain kitchen appliances and insure sage operation of same.
• Menu planning and implementation.
• Delegate daily pick up of food donations.
• Responsible for ordering and pick up of items from CT Foodshare.
• Record volunteer hours, meal served, and client statistics.
• Monthly and weekly reports to Food Bank and Executive Director.
• Coordinate on-site weekend and evening mean schedule.
• Coordinate use of kitchen facilities by outside groups.
• Maintain monthly calendar on-site and off-site community meals for patrons.
• Maintain stock of cleaning, household, and kitchen supplies.
• Assist in creation and revision of kitchen procedures, policies, forms, and logs.
• Assist with public relations efforts.
• Attend staff meetings.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 – 5 years food service experience preferred.
• ServSafe certifications will be required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

REQUIRED JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrate maturity, good judgement, and the ability to respond quickly and calmly in crisis situations.
• Able to follow directions.
• Strong communications skills, conflict resolution skills, and crisis intervention skills are required.
• Able to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and related software.
• Self-starter and team oriented.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Motivated to end hunger through daily service and with internal and external collaboration.
• ServSafe Certification must be obtained and Coordinator must follow Food Bank guidelines.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.